Danny Fanning lives for a thrill. A volunteer firefighter from 1975 to 2002, drummer for a local band and a motorcyclist and drag racer for much of his life, Danny loves whatever revs up his adrenaline and sends his heart pounding. Energy Levels from High to Low In early January 2016, his high-energy lifestyle screeched […]
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The Latest on Managing Chronic Coronary Disease — Summarizing New Treatment Guidelines
For patients with heart disease, it can be an overwhelming world of medical terms, treatments and medications. While there are many kinds of heart disease, the most common is chronic coronary disease (CCD), also known as coronary artery disease (CAD) or coronary heart disease (CHD). All these terms mean the same thing – which is […]
It Takes a Village: Tanya Blue’s Cardiac Arrest Story
Back to work from Thanksgiving break and eager to get her students focused and on track before winter break — Tanya Blue was in her second-grade classroom at a private school in Knightdale administering a spelling test. Then, the unexpected happened. “It was December 1, 2023. I remember standing in front of the classroom, and […]
Looking Under the Hood: How WakeMed Heart & Vascular Physicians Saved a Car Dealer’s Life
WakeMed cardiologist Chelsea Ngongang, MD, FACC, walked into a car dealership in December 2019. She was greeted by Roy Roth, who sold her the vehicle of her dreams, and their lifesaving friendship began. Roy says, “I was fortunate enough to have been the one to greet her that day. She pulled out her cell phone […]
Connecting Hearts with Volunteer John Boggess
In 1979 at the age of 37, John Boggess experienced excruciating chest pain while watching a Sunday football game. Alarmed, he went to the emergency department in his local area. As the care team was connecting the electrocardiogram electrodes to his chest, John had a heart attack on the table and fell unconscious. Waking Up […]
Ray Champ — from WakeMed President and CEO to WakeMed Patient
Ray Champ was the President and CEO of WakeMed from 1983 to 2003. Known as a humble, servant leader, Mr. Champ had a heart for both the people and the mission of WakeMed. Mr. Champ says of his years as the top leader, “I enjoyed relating to the employees. I went into the hospital quite […]
Relief from a 19-Year Blockage: Dan Carter’s Heart Story
Fifty-one-year-old Dan Carter was eager to unwind for the evening and enjoy a good night’s sleep after working a particularly hard, long day in 2003. An industrial ammonia refrigeration technician for a local pharmaceutical company, Dan smoked a pack of cigarettes per day, sometimes a little more — but thanks to Alcoholics Anonymous, he was […]
Reverend Dr. Rob Evans Regains His Confidence in Cardiac Rehab
Reverend Dr. Rob Evans is a lifelong North Carolina resident. He spent his formative years in Raleigh, graduated from Broughton High School and attended North Carolina State University (NCSU) on a football scholarship where he majored in mathematics and played all four years. Dr. Evans says, ” I thought I wanted to be a coach. […]
Electrocution of the Heart: Chen Lee’s Story
On May 20, 2022, Chen Lee celebrated the one-year anniversary of what he describes as his rebirth — the day his life was saved after an electrocution. A Sudden Jolt That day, May 20, 2021, Chen was replacing a ceiling light socket in the hallway of his home. Suddenly, a high voltage of power surged […]
Daniel Rogers: On the Right Road to Recovery
Anyone who’s ever recovered from a major heart attack knows it’s no easy feat. From understanding new dietary restrictions and medications to managing fear and anxiety plus the intensity of physical rehabilitation, the road to recovery can be overwhelming. But, a positive attitude and steadfast discipline contribute significantly to a speedy and safe recovery. Fortunately […]
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