🫵 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗲’𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲. ⭐❤️ 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝟭𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀, 𝗔𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 has been sharing the real stories of patients, survivors, and caregivers—because sometimes hearing “I’ve been there” is exactly what someone needs. Whether it’s Aortic Valve Disease, an Aortic Aneurysm, or an Aortic Dissection, 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, �

THIS #AorticDiseaseAwarenessMonth & #AorticDissectionAwarenessWeek, IT’S TIME TO SHIFT THE DYNAMIC. Not a power struggle. A power balance. For too many people living with aortic disease, healthcare can feel like this: -We explain what’s wrong. -They tell us what to do. -We nod politely. -We hold back the questions we really want to ask. -We leave—and sometimes end up right back where we started. Sound familiar? When you’re living with aortic disease, that cycle can be frustra

♥️ It's #AorticDiseaseAwareness month! Unlike emergency aortic dissection surgery, most surgeries are elective. Today, we are starting a series: Inside Aortic Surgery written by Emmanuel Mbaka, "The African Perfusionist" 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘆 When you are told that you need aortic surgery, your mind can immediately jump to the operating room. You may start imagining the surgeon, the anesthesia, the heart-lung machine, and every

We are incredibly honored and grateful to share that an article has been written for Rare Revolution Magazine, featuring our Founder and Chair of the Board, Carin Andersen, as she courageously highlights her personal journey with aortic disease and the mission behind both Think Aorta US and Aortic Hope. What began as a life-changing diagnosis became a purpose-driven commitment to ensure that no patient, survivor, caregiver, or family walks this path alone. Through advocacy,

🥣Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold—embrbracing the cracks, not hiding them. Each fracture becomes part of the story… stronger, more beautiful, and uniquely resilient. 🫀For those living with aortic disease—survivors of aneurysm, dissection, or aortic valve surgery—you understand this deeply. Your scars, your journey, your healing… they are not flaws. They are proof of strength, courage, and survival. ♥️At Aortic Hope, we believe in honoring e

🎉 Milestone Moment for Aortic Hope! 🫀 We’re proud to share that Aortic Hope has reached 2k followers on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/company/aortic-hope-inc What makes this milestone especially meaningful is who makes up this community. Among our followers are the numerous physicians, surgeons, researchers, and medical professionals we have had the privilege to collaborate with and interview — leaders who are advancing care, research, and awareness for aortic disease

✨ New year. Same body. Still worthy of movement. ✨ As we step into a new year, let’s remind ourselves of something powerful: Your body doesn’t need to change to deserve care, respect, or movement. Movement doesn’t have to look a certain way. It doesn’t have to be fast, intense, or impressive. And it definitely doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Maybe it’s 🐢 slow and steady 🕺 joyful and expressive 😴 intentional rest and recovery 🚶‍♀️ gentle, consistent progress Whate

💙 Movement for Movement Monday 💙 The hardest part isn’t the workout. It’s the decision to start. It has power over the brain. That tiny moment between thinking about moving and actually moving — that’s where the battle happens. So here’s your trick: 👉 The Two-Minute Rule. Tell yourself, “I’m already doing it.” Not “I should move,” but “I’m moving now.” Because the moment you decide, you shift your brain from hesitation to action. You stop negotiating with yourself — and ju

Did you know that aortic disease can run in families—even when it doesn’t look obvious? Genetics play a HUGE role, and sometimes the signs aren’t what you’d expect. On this episode of AHTV, genetic counselor and survivor Ryan Rodarmer shares his personal journey of surviving multiple heart surgeries and aortic dissections, PLUS the critical questions you need to ask about family history, testing, and risk factors. 💡 If you or a loved one has been impacted by aortic disease,

Ever hear of the 5 Second Rule? Not the food one 😅 — the Mel Robbins one. Here’s how it works: When you feel yourself hesitate, count 5-4-3-2-1… GO. 🚀 No overthinking. No excuses. Just action. Stand up. Stretch. Walk. Breathe. Move. Because the truth is: your life changes in the moment you decide to act. 🚀 Try it today: The next time you feel stuck, count down from 5 and move. See what happens. 🎥 Watch this short video of Mel Robbins explaining her method: CLICK HERE . 🩵

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🌀 Movement for Movement Monday Do you ever notice how the more you sit, the heavier your body feels—and the harder it becomes to get up? That’s not weakness or laziness. It’s your brain’s inertia loop at work. Here’s the science: our brains crave consistency. When you stay still, your nervous system signals, “This must be what we’re supposed to do—stay still.” The longer you sit, the deeper the loop. But here’s the good news—motion breaks the loop. Even a 30-second “pattern

🧠 Let’s be honest. If nothing changes— ❌ Nothing. Will. Change. You say you want to feel better. Move better. Live longer. But let’s talk about what really happens if you don’t. Not in a decade—in a year: Still stiff? Still tired? Still frustrated you didn’t start sooner? 🎯 Here’s the truth: The difference between stagnation and transformation is a single uncomfortable step. Ask yourself right now: 👉 Do I want to be in the same place, physically and mentally, this time nex

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Roses are red, The skies are blue, Get up and move— Your body needs you. One small step is where it begins; each little motion is a quiet win. ✅✨Go outside. Movement doesn’t have to be big to be meaningful. A slow walk, a few extra steps, or simply rising with intention—it all matters. You were made to RISE. 🌿 "Let us run with endurance the race set before us."😉 Every move you make is part of your healing story. Keep going—strength is growing with every step. ⚠️ Always chec

💙 Movement for Movement Monday 💙 Upping Your Steps, Uplifting Your Spirit!! Every step counts. Whether it's a few extra steps around the house, a short walk to the mailbox, or a slow stroll in the sunshine—movement adds up. Some days, getting out of bed is a win. Other days, you might surprise yourself with how far you go. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s progress. It’s showing up for your body and honoring the strength you do have, even if it looks different than before. Thi

The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and something about spring just makes it feel like a fresh start. 🌱☀️ There’s a quiet strength in this season—everything that once looked still or lifeless is now waking up, stretching toward the light, and growing strong again. Your body can do the same. Even small, intentional movements—walking in the sunshine, stretching on your porch, or moving through your favorite gentle routine—can spark energy and hope within you. You wer

Small Movements Add Up!! Good news: You don’t need to deadlift your couch to be active. In fact, the small things—stretching while...

Other than work... What do you do? Breaking news: Your body is smarter than you think … but also kinda lazy. It adapts to the movements...