Good morning, Aortic Hope community! This month we are starting a new series introducing different specialists you may meet as members of your cardiac care team. Each member of the team brings unique training and expertise, and understanding who does what can help you feel more confident and prepared during your appointments. We are starting with one of the specialists most patients meet early on: your cardiologist. What Is a Cardiologist? A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in...

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 after months (or...

Good morning, Aortic Hope community! Today we're going back to basics with a foundational topic: the anatomy of the aorta. Understanding how your aorta is built, and the different sections it has, can help you become a more informed patient. When you understand the basic anatomy, you can follow along more easily during appointments, ask important questions, and have more meaningful conversations with your care team about your diagnosis and imaging reports. A Quick Refresher: What Is the...