Heartbeats (2004)
Synopsis
Documentary reality series chronicling the experiences of women and staff at Sunnybrook and Women's College Hospitals in Toronto.
Creator
Ira Levy, Ron Singer, Peter Williamson
Episodes
Ground Breaking Surgery
Kim gets groundbreaking surgery to fight deadly cervical cancer. Lisa's struggle with miscarriages may soon be over.
Follow Ups
Two weeks after Kim's cervical cancer surgery, she's called into hospital and her frustration mounts. Lisa confronts the first surgery of her life
High Risk Pregnancy
Theresa's severe diabetes puts her pregnancy at high risk. Francine struggles with crippling hand pain
Biopsy Results
Eileen learns the results from her breast biopsy. Complications arise from Theresa's high risk pregnancy.
Waiting
Bob waits while his wife, Eileen, has life saving surgery. Lisa Marie's hidden skin disease.
Complications
Kathleen needs double bypass surgery, but her diabetes could complicate the outcome. A young mother of two children confronts breast cancer treatment.
Roadbloacks
Kathleen's open heart surgery has a roadblock. Frances has suffered the loss of twin girls born prematurely. Pregnant again, her ultrasound reveals problems.
Bedridden
A first time mother-to-be must live out the final weeks before birth confined to hospital, or face catastrophic consequences. Cancer costs Pat her left breast. Now a new journey: hope after mastectomy.
Unexpected Recurrence
Fear of uterine rupture could turn into reality for Mona. A tumor recurs in the most unlikely of places.
Return and Results
Stella gets a chance to turn the corner on the facial tumor that's plagued her for almost ten years. Bridget returns to hospital after her mastectomy to obtain the pathology results.
Frustration
Frustration mounts as Bridget's radiation treatment is delayed. A young woman takes the chance to regain hearing after years of loss.
To Hear Again
Crystal has a chance to hear again. Linda has battled pain and numbness in her spine, if it's not dealt with now, she could face lifelong, crippling disability.
Life Saving Surgery at a Heavy Price
Melanie's life-saving surgery to remove a rare tumor near her brain may bear a heavy price. Jennifer is pregnant with her first child, but her struggle with a panic disorder prevents her from simple tasks.
Cast
Details
Original Title
Heartbeats
Status
Ended
Seasons
2
Episodes
29