Heart Failure and Transplant Program Patient Stories

Vomiting and swollen legs led to a shocking diagnosis: Jayden’s heart was failing. A heart transplant at CHOP has transformed his life.

After suffering a sudden cardiac arrest, Gabo needed a heart transplant. A year later, this active 9-year-old is participating in his favorite activities again, including hiking, skateboarding and ballet. 

Tenlee was 3 days old when her family learned reconstructive surgery wouldn't be enough to save her life — she needed a new heart.

When seemingly healthy Angy-Mike was diagnosed with cardiac disease, his family was shocked. A new heart got this high school wrestler back on the mat.

Cherish’s rare and extremely serious heart condition went undiagnosed for years. CHOP experts gave Cherish and her family, at first, hope, and then a new heart.

Naadir, 13, is recovering successfully from a heart transplant after four months on a ventricular assist device implanted at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Born with a backward heart on the wrong side of his chest, Matthew received a heart transplant and is now thriving.

Born with heart disease and later developing heart failure, Hudson needed a heart transplant. Today, the 5-year-old is running circles around his parents.

Two years ago, Jackson was on life support after being diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening heart disorder. Now 15, he’s an active teen looking forward to the future.