Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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After suffering a heart attack, 74-year-old Tony Simone underwent a life-saving procedure performed by Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Stephen Mattichak at MyMichigan Medical Center Midland. Initially skeptical of cardiac rehab, Simone struggled with low energy and anxiety until he finally joined the program. The comprehensive education and peer support revitalized his health, returning him to his active lifestyle and his passion for music.

Learn more at mymichigan.org/testimonials/skepticism-for-strength.