Cardiac Center Patient Stories
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Lifesaving Care for HLHS: Thomas’ Story

Born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, Thomas had a 50% chance of making it to his first reconstructive heart surgery. CHOP helped him beat those odds.
A Long Road: Wyatt’s Journey From Complex Single Ventricle Heart Disease to Transplant

CHOP’s Cardiac Center forges a creative, comprehensive care plan for a transplant patient with multiple congenital heart defects.
Transposition of the Great Arteries: Mazan’s Story

When their son is born with a complex congenital heart defect, a Lehigh Valley family turns to CHOP for care.
A Lifesaving Call: Ellis’ Journey with Single Ventricle Heart Disease

A routine video visit with CHOP’s innovative Single Ventricle Monitoring Program leads to lifesaving care for a newborn with heart disease.
Expert Cardiac Care, Close to Home: Roman’s Story

Following life-saving heart surgery, a newborn receives top-ranked cardiac care at the Allentown Cardiac Center.
The World’s Smallest Pacemaker: Cameron’s Story

An adapted device and minimally invasive heart surgery give a newborn with heart block the boost he needs.
A Life-saving Pediatric Partnership: CJ’s Story

CHOP’s alliance with Main Line Health streamlines the emergency transfer of a newborn with a life-threatening heart condition.
Brian’s Story: Getting Back to Sports – Safely

With help from CHOP’s new Sports Cardiology Clinic, Brian doesn't just manage his heart condition – he can take control of it.
Following Her Heart: Marissa's Story

Marissa was born with congenital heart defects. Now, she’s an Adult Congenital Heart Center patient and a CHOP Cardiac Care nurse, helping kids like herself.
Playing with Heart: Meghan’s Journey

When a soccer star learns she has a heart condition, CHOP’s Sports Cardiology Clinic gets her back to the sport she loves.