Bruce Erenberg
Chandler, AZ
Loving husband, father, and grandfather whose goal is to get back to caring for his youngest daughter with special needs
Donald, 67
Brownstown, IN
Donald’s disease forced him to retire, but now that he has his valves, he can spend time with family— including 23 grandchildren.
JC’s Story
Age at Treatment: 77
Zephyrhills, Florida
Retired railroad engineer back fishing in the Florida sunshine and spending time with his wife.
Mike’s Story (Oregon)
Age at Treatment: 65
Portland, Oregon
Now that I can breathe easier, I will be back to enjoying life and taking the long walks that my wife and I love.
Charlie’s Story
Age at Treatment: 68
Fairfax, Virginia
My story about this procedure tells people what life can be even with COPD. It really brought me back. I am a walking Christmas present.
Karen’s Story
Age at Treatment: 62
Melbourne, FL
I want to share my story because there are a lot of people who can benefit from these valves. For many of us, it’s the difference between living and just surviving.
Greg’s Story
Age at Treatment: 64
Morrisville, Indiana
Unfortunately, my sister, who first told me about the valves, passed away from the disease so it is important for me to share my story to let others know about this treatment option before it’s too late.
Jeffrey’s Story
Age at Treatment: 61
Concord, North Carolina
I had immediate relief and felt like I was a 40-year-old again. I’m enjoying things I haven’t been able to enjoy in a while. I would recommend the procedure for anyone who qualifies!
Gary’s Story
Age at Treatment: 72
Monroe, Louisiana
These valves certainly changed my life for the better and I just want to help spread the word so others can have hope too.
Barbara’s Story
Age at Treatment: 67
Flint, Michigan
The valves have given me more hope. I knew I had inner strength, but this gave me the opportunity to get better and do more again. I am looking forward to dancing again!
Shelley’s Story
Age at Treatment: 62
Peoria, Arizona
I just booked a trip to New York to visit my oldest daughter because now that I don’t need oxygen, I can get on a plane! This procedure has been such a gift to me!
Allen’s Story
Allen Eddy, 70, has a severe case of emphysema/COPD. He underwent a procedure to insert the Zephyr Valves into the diseased portion of his upper left lung lobe. He had no idea they would help so much.
Rhonda’s Story
Innovative new procedure helps woman avoid double lung transplant.
Marianne’s Story
Age at Treatment: 72
Parkridge, Illinois
Now that I can breathe easier, my husband and I will be back to enjoying life and taking the long walks that we love.
Tina’s Story
See how Tina took control of her emphysema with the Zephyr Valve Procedure.
Marjorie’s Story
Marjorie Cowee, 78, of Mount Vernon Washington was the first patient at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center to undergo a revolutionary and minimally invasive procedure designed to help emphysema sufferers breathe easier without major surgery.
Flo’s Story
Age at Treatment: 63
Texas City, TX
I feel strongly that part of my new path in life is to help spread the word about the Zephyr Valves so other sufferers can learn about this option and have hope.
Jim’s Story
Age at Treatment: 76
Albany, NY
I was excited to share my story to give others hope and make sure they know that there is another option now that can help you get your life back.
Nancy’s Story
Age at Treatment: 69
Grand Rapids, MI
“If I didn’t happen to see that news story, I would not have known about this procedure so I am happy to share my story so others can be aware of this.”
John’s Story
Age at Treatment: 78
Chicago, IL
“I haven’t felt this good since my 50s. It’s like getting a new lease on life.”
Cheri’s Story
Age at Treatment: 63
Springfield, Oregon
“I want others to know that major surgery or suffering are not the only options anymore!”
Carl’s Story
Age at Treatment: 71
DuBois, Pennsylvania
“Just four weeks after getting the Zephyr Valves, I walked my daughter down the aisle oxygen free! It was one of the best moments of my life.”
Cindi’s Story
Age at Treatment: 66
Port O’Connor, Texas
“I want others to know that the Zephyr Valves can give you your life back!”
Tommi’s Story
Age at Treatment: 57
Louisville, Kentucky
“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.”
Cindy’s Story
Age at Treatment: 56
Carlisle, Kentucky
“I am sharing my story because I want other emphysema sufferers to have hope and to know that this treatment is available!”
Michael McPheeters
California
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 Reynolds
Nevada
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!
