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Patient Stories

Patient, John Petri, talking with Cleveland Clinic Florida cardiologist, Dr. Malcom McDonald.

Detecting the Invisible: A Life Saving Aortic Repair

May 5, 2026

"John is grateful for the expert, collaborative care and advanced technology that gave him a second chance at life."
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Jacob in wheelchair and Jacob on boat

Teen Thriving After Rare Intestinal Transplant Prompted by Lawn Mower Accident

Apr 30, 2026

“Organ donation can change many people’s lives in ways you couldn’t imagine. And if someone else who had a transplant reads this, I hope they feel encouraged to pursue anything they want in life.”
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Susan Rosenthal  patient story

Stronger Than the Struggle: Living Fully After Major Surgery

Apr 28, 2026

“There was not a person who wasn’t good to me,” Susan says. “Everybody was amazing. I can’t say enough about Cleveland Clinic.”
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