Good morning, Aortic Hope community! Today we're talking about something many of you know well: life after aortic surgery. Surgery is a major milestone, but it is not the end of the journey, more so it's the beginning of a new chapter. Understanding what surveillance looks like and why some people may need additional procedures down the road is an important part of this journey! Surgery Is Not the Finish Line For many patients, the day of surgery feels like the destination af

It'a a new season of Qi Gong on AHTV on certain Sunday's at 12 PM EST Join us for our newest season of Qi Gong on Aortic Hope’s YouTube channel, led by community member, Kevin Songer. This gentle, flowing practice is designed to support relaxation, breathing, and overall well-being meeting you right where you are. Click HERE to watch and participate ✨ Created by the community, for the community ✨ Calm, mindful movement ✨ A space to restore and reconnect 🩺 As always, please c

This month we are teaching you how to ACE Your Healthcare Journey and today's focus is E for EDUCATE ✨🫀 Education is empowerment — and it’s a vital part of taking control of your aortic journey. 💙 Educate = understanding your condition, your care, and your whole story. Here’s how to stay informed and empowered: 📚 Learn about your diagnosis, treatments, and medications 🧬 Know your family history (#ThinkAortaThinkFamily) 💬 Share both your physical and emotional experiences

💙Join us for Therapeutic Thursday, hosted by community member, survivor, and therapist John Quick. This week's guest is Molly Thomas, an Aortic Hope Board Member and Social Media Director. To watch on AHTV, Aortic Hope's YouTube channel, click HERE. ❤️If you’re ready to share your experience and help others on this journey, we would be honored to feature you. SIGN UP HERE. 💕Because healing happens when we talk about it. "In 2006, I suffered an aortic dissection (Type A). L

Hello everyone! I hope you are doing well. My name is Alvaro, and today we’ll discuss one of the most dangerous cardiovascular emergencies: Acute Type A Aortic Dissection. A Type A aortic dissection occurs when a tear develops in the ascending aorta, allowing blood to enter the wall of the vessel and split its layers apart. This creates a true lumen (the normal pathway) and a false lumen (the new abnormal channel inside the wall of the aorta). This is a disease that can affec