German Garay

German Garay arrived at Vibra Hospital of Houston after battling multiple serious health challenges. Following a recent hospitalization, he was diagnosed with respiratory failure and required ventilator support and a tracheostomy to breathe. He also underwent a thoracentesis with chest tube placement and had a complex history that included pneumonia, atrial fibrillation, and coronary artery disease. Weak and unable to walk for over two months, German faced a long and daunting recovery journey.

But German didn’t give up! With determination, he partnered with Vibra Hospital’s dedicated critical care team to manage his complex care needs and take the first steps toward recovery.

When he arrived at Vibra Hospital, German relied heavily on the support of medical staff just to sit up in bed. Through daily therapy sessions and his own relentless effort, he made incredible progress. Over time, he regained his strength and achieved an impressive weight loss of over 100 pounds, transforming his overall health.

A significant turning point came when German’s chest tube and nasogastric tube were removed, allowing him to eat again. From there, he advanced to using a rolling walker and eventually walked with standby assistance and oxygen support.

Inspired by the encouragement and expertise of his therapists, nurses, and respiratory team, German made terrific progress. He transitioned to an inpatient rehabilitation hospital, equipped with the confidence and tools needed to continue his recovery journey!

We’re cheering you on as you take the next steps toward your goals, German!