Nearly 1 in 100 babies each year is born with a congenital heart defect. Currently up to 1.3 million adults are living with congenital heart disease. In this heart-warming series, we share the stories of Congenital Heart Center patients who refuse to be defeated.
Pediatric cardiologists use 3D viewing technology to plan how to re-route and replace a teenager’s blood vessel.
Christopher Cranson's scar reminds him of his congenital heart defect, but he's not conceding to limitations.
A 3-D model helps a 10-year-old boy understand his unique anatomy. And it helps his doctors plan his treatment.
Adopted from China with heart defects, Isaiah Lunsford receives a life-changing surgical fix.
After complex heart problems and several surgeries, little Graylyn Karaus is stretching, reaching and working toward walking.
Born premature, tiny and with a serious heart defect, Elliot Dykstra overcame tough odds.
LeAnn Ouwinga thought her heart troubles were over after childhood surgery. Decades later came serious complications.
Diagnosed with heart disease at birth, Hannah Webb now expects a baby of her own. She returned to where her care began.
A new solution for his faulty artificial valve has David Walker ready to hunt another season.
Quick action by Peter Lombardo’s teachers saved the 17-year-old when he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest.
