Good morning, Aortic Hope community! This month we are tackling common myths and misconceptions about aortic disease. There is a lot of information out there, some of it accurate, but some of it potentially misleading. Separating fact from fiction can help you be a more informed patient and advocate for yourself and your loved ones. Today's myth: "Aneurysms never have symptoms." Where This Myth Comes From You may have heard aortic aneurysms called the "silent killer." This title exists for a...

Good morning, Aortic Hope community! We are continuing our series on the different specialists you may meet during your aortic disease journey. Last time we talked about vascular surgeons, who often work in parallel with cardiac surgeons to treat disease of the aorta. Today we are talking about a specialist many patients do not meet until something urgent happens: the interventional radiologist. https://nyulangone.org/care-services/interventional-radiology What Is an Interventional...

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...