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Presenter: David Gregg, MD Some adult patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) take anticoagulants or blood thinners. Do you know why you might need this type of medicine? Do you want to learn more about warfarin and new oral anticoagulants (NOACs)? Have you wondered how these drugs work and what drug interactions they might have? This webinar will explore what we know about the newer anticoagulants in CHD. It will also discuss the difference in anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Medical providers, click

Presenter: Christine Blackmore Join us for an hour-long virtual introductory session on the principles of wellness. This session will include a short presentation on the history and benefits of mindfulness, followed by several practices, including guided meditation and ending with a short Q&A. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Presenter: Carla P. Rodriguez-Monserrate, MD Did you know that children with congenital heart disease (CHD) commonly have neurodevelopmental and psychosocial impairments? The areas most often affected are memory, attention, behavioral control, and executive function. In adult CHD patients, studies are limited; however, they do suggest similar findings. This puts adults with CHD at increased risk for cognitive impairment and dementia. Yet, no studies have routinely looked at this. This webinar will review an ACHA-funded pilot study of adult CHD patients between 30 and 65 who were coming in

Presenters: ACHA Peer Mentors Emily W. and Ryan S. Did you know that ACHA has resources and programs that help to empower you in your care? If you want to learn more, join ACHA Peer Mentors Emily W. and Ryan S. as they answer your questions about our updated ACHD Clinic Directory. They will also talk about how ACHA ACHD Accreditation benefits you as a patient. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Medical providers, click here for a flyer to use at your ACHD program!

Presenter: Tabitha Moe, MD Have you been told you have either scimitar syndrome or Shone complex? Each is uniquely rare and complex and requires care at an Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) center. This webinar will discuss diagnosis, anatomy, and long-term issues with each. You don’t want to miss it. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Medical providers, click here for a flyer to use at your ACHD program!

Presenters: Tabitha Moe, MD With improved medical care, adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) are living longer. This is great, yet brings with it increased chances of developing other cardiovascular diseases, as well as other diseases common in the elderly. Do you know what some of these health conditions are? Are you susceptible to getting them? Do you know what you can do to lessen your chances of developing them? As you age, your care warrants close communication between your ACHD cardiologist and your primary care provider. Register for this webinar today. Dr. Tabitha Moe, noted

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a do

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a do

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a do

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a do

Presenters: Paul Stelzer, MD, Ismail El-Hamamsy, MD, PhD, and Ali Zaidi, MD Are you an adult diagnosed with bicuspid aortic valve (BAV)? Did you know that 1% to 2% of the population has BAV? If you want to learn more, you should register for this webinar. Drs. Paul Stelzer, Ismail El-Hamamsy and Ali Zaidi from Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City will explain the basics of BAV. They will also talk about available valve replacement options. In addition, the durability of each option will be discussed, as well as how each option impacts quality of life. This information will help you make

Presenters: Seiji Ito, MD, and Marguerite Wevers, RN Have you ever wondered about the different types of tests that your ACHD cardiologist has ordered for you, such as cardiac MRI, cardiac CAT scan, echo, and stress tests? Why does he/she order specific tests and not others? What is it like going through all this testing? This webinar will help prepare you for what to expect. It will also help you understand why your doctor might order multiple tests. You don’t want to miss the chance to learn from ACHD cardiologist Dr. Seiji Ito, MD, and Clinical Program Coordinator Marguerite Wevers, RN

Presenters: Arwa Saidi, MB, BCh, MEd, Jonathan Cramer, MD, Marc Cribbs, MD, Camille Richards, MSN, FNP-BC, and Ryan Stephens, DNP(c), FNP-C, MBA Telemedicine is the wave of the future. It makes it possible for your healthcare provider to evaluate, diagnose, and treat you wherever you are using remote technologies, like audio and video. Telehealth includes the aspects of telemedicine, but at the same time, has a broader definition. You might be thinking, especially during this unexpected time of uncertainty, “What does all this mean for me? Will I ever see my healthcare provider in person

In accordance with the CDC's guidelines and in an effort to keep our community healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult, yet necessary decision to cancel all of ACHA’s Walk for 1 in 100 events through June 30. Each of the seven Spring Walk for 1 in 100 events have been converted to ACHA Your Way events. More details are coming soon. During this time, ACHA will remain steadfast in delivering on our mission of providing timely, accurate information of importance to the CHD community, including COVID-19 pandemic updates. Read the full update here. Reg

In accordance with the CDC's guidelines and in an effort to keep our community healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult, yet necessary decision to cancel all of ACHA’s Walk for 1 in 100 events through June 30. Each of the seven Spring Walk for 1 in 100 events have been converted to ACHA Your Way events. More details are coming soon. During this time, ACHA will remain steadfast in delivering on our mission of providing timely, accurate information of importance to the CHD community, including COVID-19 pandemic updates. Read the full update here. Reg