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.
Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center Patient Stories
The Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center team combines the expertise of both CHOP and Penn Medicine doctors. You'll be cared for by one of the most accomplished teams of cardiology experts in the world. We make sure you get the highest level of care and support.
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Coming Full Circle: MarlaJan’s Story
From a tetralogy of Fallot patient to a Cardiac Center nurse, MarlaJan’s heart journey has made her an advocate for children with CHD.
Pulmonary Heart Valve Replacement as an Adult: Russell’s Story
When a 49-year-old TOF patient needed a pulmonary valve replacement, the Topolewski Pediatric Heart Valve Center offered a minimally invasive solution.
Arrhythmias: Disha's Story
Born with a serious heart condition, Disha has grown up under the care of CHOP's Cardiac Center and now has a family of her own.
Living With Congenital Heart Disease: Bonnie’s Story
Bonnie always understood the limitations of her congenital heart disease but, by working with her care team, she never let it define her.
Lessons Learned: Patrick’s Adult CHD Story
As an adult living with congenital heart disease and an implanted heart monitor, Patrick uses his life and health experiences to influence his students' futures.
Expert Care, from Birth through Adulthood: Erin’s Story
To 22-year-old Erin, her numerous scars are powerful reminders of all she's overcome since being diagnosed with congenital heart disease as a baby.
Tetralogy of Fallot: Brittany's Story
Brittany Rotonda shares her experience living with tetralogy of Fallot and how she found comfort and hope at the Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center, a joint program of CHOP and Penn.