The Zephyr Valve improves patients’ quality of life and allows them to do more1
Hear from patients who had become limited in their lives due to emphysema and now live a better quality of life doing the things they love with the help of the Zephyr Valve.
Carl's Story
Retiree, former fire chief, father of five, and proud grandpa
Procedure Details
Age at Treatment: 71
Doctor: Dr. Sandeep Bansal, Medical Director, Lung Center and Intensive Care Services, Penn Highlands Dubois
Date of Procedure: February 2019
“I feel like I’ve been set free. I feel like I can keep up with the grandkids again!“
“I want to set realistic expectations. This was not a cure, but it was life-changing. It just improved my quality of life so much. I feel like I won the lottery!”
Tommi’s Story
Mom who loves traveling with her husband and spending time with her daughters
Procedure Details
Age at Treatment: 57
Doctor: Dr. Hiram Rivas, University of Louisville, KY
Date of Procedure: September 2015
Lynn’s Story
Mom who loves the outdoors and traveling
Procedure Details
Age at Treatment: 54
Doctor: Dr. Rick Sue, Banner Medical Center, Phoenix
Date of Procedure: September 2018
“For the first time in over 2 years, I am not worried about who will raise my girls. I am not cured, but this treatment gave me the most precious thing I needed… time!”
“Now I am breathing easier and living my life on my terms again. I want to share my story because I don’t want anyone else with COPD/emphysema to feel hopeless or depressed about their options. I want others to know that the Zephyr Valves can give you your life back!”
Cindi’s Story
Mom and Grandma of five, who loves hiking, fishing, and gardening
Procedure Details
Age at Treatment: 66
Doctor: Dr. Lisa Kopas, Methodist Houston
Date of Procedure: January 2017
Michael’s Story
As a trumpet player for most of his career, emphysema took away Michael’s passion. Watch how the Zephyr Valve helped him get it back!
Aldine’s Story
As a lover of fitness, Aldine Reynolds exercised regularly until emphysema stopped her in her tracks. Watch how the Zephyr Valve helped her stand up to emphysema!
Cindy's Story
Wife and mom who loves to travel and watch her daughter’s bowling tournaments
Procedure Details
Age at Treatment: 56
Doctor: Dr. Hiram Rivas Perez, University of Louisville
Date of Procedure: January 2017
“I am sharing my story because I want other emphysema sufferers to have hope and to know that this treatment is available!”