THINK AORTA

In this episode, we meet Lisa Skinner and Dr Neeti Ghali as they discuss the important role genetics can have in supporting patients and their families impacted by Aortic Dissection.

In this episode we meet Anne and Martyn. Anne talks about her experience of having a dissection but can't remember what happens once she arrives at the Emergency Department. Martyn, the doctor who first diagnosed her, fills in the blanks as they talk about it for the first time.

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Produced by the School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia.

In Episode 2 Part 2 of the Think Aorta Podcast, Gareth and Lindsey discuss life post-surgeries and becoming a new you. They also talk about dissection prevention and how their respective organisations are impacting healthcare.  

The THINK AORTA campaign (www.thinkaorta.net)

Aortic Dissection Awareness UK & Ireland Patient Charity (aorticdissectionawareness.org)

Genetic Aortic Disorders Association Canada (gadacanada.ca)

Aortic Dissection: The Patient Guide (tinyurl.com/ADPtGuide)

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The Marfan Foundation | Know the Signs | Fight for Victory

In Episode 2, Part 1 of the Think Aorta Podcast, we hear from two aortic patients with very different experiences. Gareth shares his story of surviving an acute aortic dissection, while Lindsey opens up about living with Marfan Syndrome and managing the ongoing risk.

Welcome to the premiere episode of the Think Aorta podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Tony and his wife Julia to delve into Tony's harrowing experience with aortic dissection. Tony candidly shares his journey, from the initial symptoms to the lifesaving treatment and his aftercare experience.

Join us as Tony sheds light on the often misunderstood signs and symptoms of aortic dissection, emphasizing the importance of awareness and the need for both mental and physical support. 

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