Council on Lifelong Congenital Heart Disease and Heart Health in the Young (Young Hearts)
Message from the Chair
It is with deep gratitude and humility that I begin my term as chair of the Council on Lifelong Congenital Heart Disease and Heart Health in the Young. Having served as Chair-Elect for the past two years, I have had the privilege of watching this community up close — and I can say with confidence that the strength of Young Hearts has never come from any one leader. It comes from you: the clinicians, scientists, nurses, trainees, advocates, and staff who give their time and talent to improve the lives of children and adults living with congenital and acquired heart disease.
Andrea Beaton, MD FAHA
Chair, Council on Lifelong Congenital Heart Disease and Heart Health in the Young
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