Congenital Heart Disease
Welcome to the Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) page. Mayo Clinic has cared for child and adult patients living with CHD for more than 60 years. With extensive expertise in treating people with rare and common congenital heart defects, our medical specialists provide exactly the care you need.
Follow the CHD page and stay up-to-date as we post stories, clinical trials, resources and other useful information to help you and your loved ones along the CHD journey. Post a comment and share your thoughts.
Sharing Mayo Clinic: Kindhearted Kid Perseveres Through Multiple Heart Surgeries
Matthew Makela, three years old, has undergone multiple surgeries in his short life, including two for the congenital heart defect Tetralogy of Fallot. Although Makela and his family know that he will have to eventually have a pulmonary valve replacement, they are able to face life with grace and gratitude.
Learn more about Matthew Makela, his treatment from Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and his kind heart, on the Sharing Mayo Clinic blog.
HELPFUL LINKS
- Learn more about the Center for Congenital Heart Disease
- Connect with others talking about heart conditions on Mayo Clinic Connect.
- Explore Mayo Clinic's Rochester campus and the Mayo Clinic Health System.
- Request an appointment.