Heart Failure Program
Meet the Care Team
Patient Stories
Abby's new heart gives her a second chance
Abby was just 12 years old when a suspected stomach bug sent her to the emergency room at the local hospital in Waxahachie.
Treatments & Services
Pediatric ventricular assist device (VAD)
Heart transplant
Biventricular Pacing
Genetic Testing
Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) Placement
Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)
Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction
Radiofrequency Ablation
Right Ventricular to Pulmonary Artery Conduit
Septal Myectomy
Transannular Patch
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Expert, proven care for heart transplants
Our heart transplant center is one of the largest in the country and we’ve successfully treated more than 250 children, giving them new, healthy hearts. We understand that a heart transplant may seem like an overwhelming option, which is why we support your family before, during and after surgery so you know what to expect.
Advanced treatment for individualized care
Our Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Care team is dedicated to helping your child live a happy, productive life. We offer the latest medical treatments to help avoid transplants and provide support for you and your family when your child is facing heart failure. Our services include:
Cutting-edge therapies, including biventricular pacing that helps a child’s heart beat in a more balanced way.
Mechanical pumps or ventricular assist devices (VADs) to help your child’s heart recover or stay healthy before surgery. As the only pediatric Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program in North Texas, we offer a comprehensive range of mechanical devices.
The Heart Failure Clinic at Children’s Health℠ delivers a full range of care for children facing heart problems that aren’t being addressed with typical treatments. Our Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Care team are internationally renowned cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists and support teams who work directly with your family to create the best treatment plan for your child. We’re here to guide you through every stage of care - from close monitoring of your child’s heart condition to ventricular assist devices (VADs) and heart transplants to recovery. Our caring team of specialists is committed to providing high-quality care to help your child leave the hospital both happy and healthy.