Pulse magazine is Montage Health’s seasonal publication that highlights our latest advancements, innovations, and the people who make it all possible. We aim to educate and inspire readers with local healthcare news and updates, empowering our community to reach their best health.

This edition features a marathon runner’s comeback after a devastating stroke, a rancher back on his feet after three orthopedic procedures, a patient who avoided spine surgery through holistic pain care, and so much.

Cover of Pulse Spring 2026Spring 2026 edition

Featured in this issue

A rancher in a plaid shirt with a knee brace stands smiling in a field of cows

Back in the saddle

Salinas Valley rancher Steve Bennett returns to the life he loves after three successful surgeries, highlighting the benefits of keeping advanced orthopedic care available locally.

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A woman stands wit her hands on her hips in a shirt that reads Boston and Big Sur
Carmella's comeback

Champion marathon runner Carmella Cuva makes an inspiring comeback after a devastating stroke.

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Dr. Farooqui speaks with a patient
From flat on his back to back in action

Patient Derick Breidenbach avoids spine surgery through holistic pain care.

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A man in a blue suit stands next to a woman in a striped shirt in front of a wall covered with images of Abraham Lincoln
Mental health services that meet you where you are

A continuum of care supports people through every stage of life.

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Colorful collage of nurses that have served at Community Hospital over the past 70 years
70 years of volunteers

Celebrating our community members who bring kindness, comfort, and connection to Montage Health.

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