Patient heart care stories
Getting a diagnosis of a heart condition isn’t easy – especially when it’s for your child. These families shared their stories about how the care they received at Advocate Children’s Hospital changed their lives.
Fixing a broken heart: James's story
Within 24 hours of being born, James’s parents were told he had a “broken heart” and would need care to mend his heart.
Getting care: Keaton's story
After an ultrasound detected a heart defect, Keaton underwent 3 procedures to repair his heart.
Mending little hearts: Austin's story
Austin, who was born with a rare and complex congenital heart defect, underwent a trilogy of surgeries before his third birthday.
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