Susan StrongDec 20, 20202 minThe Importance of HopeI heard a tapping on the door of my hospital room. I was 17 and had just graduated from high school, recently blindsided by a diagnosis...
Susan StrongOct 19, 20202 minWhat the heck is an Interventional Cardiologist?: If you have aortic stenosis, you'll want to know!Knowledge is power, and understanding your treatment options can alleviate a lot of stress. In my article on Healthgrades.com, I give you...
Susan StrongAug 17, 20201 minNot your typical TAVR patient: My storyI’m not the “average” patient who receives transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) to treat their aortic stenosis, a condition in...
Susan StrongJul 20, 20201 min3 Packing Tips for Your TAVR Hospital StayIf you’re reading this, chances are you or someone you love is considering transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) or is already...
Susan StrongMar 17, 20202 minDecades After Diagnosis:The Unrecognized Trauma of SurvivingThe treatments that saved my life now seem to be slowly stealing it: some days, I feel as if survivorship is a progressive, terminal disease