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Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Living with congenital heart disease requires continual care and attention. Our cardiac team is here to provide support from childhood through adulthood.

About Us

When managing patients with congenital heart disease (CHD), it’s crucial to have a care team you can trust. Children's Nebraska's Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Program, in partnership with Nebraska Medicine, provides seamless care from childhood through adulthood. We are committed to supporting your patient throughout their life, ensuring continuity of care at every stage.

Our team collaborates with other specialists to help patients manage their CHD and any other symptoms or conditions. From routine monitoring to lifestyle changes, we'll give your patients the support they need to manage their healthand heartwith confidence and peace of mind.

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Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Fax:

402.955.4356

Providers' Priority Line

Additional Information:

The Providers' Priority Line is your 24-hour link to pediatric specialists at Children’s for emergency and urgent consults, physician-to-physician consults, admissions and transport services.

Conditions We Treat

CHD is a structural heart problem that exists at birth but may be discovered later in life. Our team sees patients with all types of CHD, including those with the following conditions:

Meet Our Providers

Meet our team of ACHD-trained providers. They’re leading the way in treating CHD throughout every stage of life.

Treatments and Services

When you have CHD, regular check-ups are important to monitor your heart. We offer several ACHD treatment options to help manage conditions, including:

Locations

Children’s Nebraska

8200 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68114

Related Specialties

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Children’s Nebraska offers comprehensive pediatric cardiothoracic surgery, specializing in the treatment of congenital and acquired heart defects in children, including complex cases to ensure the best care for your patient.
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Heart Center (Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Heart Center) | For Providers

When it comes to your patient’s heart health, you want the best care available. At Children’s Nebraska, we offer expert cardiac care specifically tailored to the unique needs of children and young adults with congenital heart conditions.
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Cardiology | For Providers

When a child is diagnosed with a heart condition, it can be a time of uncertainty for families. At Children's Nebraska's Criss Heart Center, we provide comprehensive, expert cardiac care for your patients and their families. Our dedicated team supports them throughout the entire care process, ensuring they fully understand their child’s condition and treatment plan every step of the way.

Patient Spotlight

Paige's Story: Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Paige's incredible story is one of hope and resilience, from cardiac arrest to thriving in her personal and professional life. Find out how the Criss Heart Center team helped her defy the odds, leading to an exciting new chapter of engagement, dreams of starting a family and more.

Kash and Jake's Story: Like Father, Like Son

Baby Boy’s Heart Defect Prompts Dad to Seek Surgery for Same Condition

What Sets Us Apart

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Expert Care for ACHD

Our ACHD program provides the experts, tools and resources needed to live a healthy life with CHD.

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Care That Grows with You

We ensure a seamless transition from pediatrics to adult care for patients with CHD. We help patients take charge of medications, appointments and lifestyle choices.

A Collaborative Approach

Our clinics provide complete care, meaning we’ll help patients manage their CHD alongside other health conditions — all in one place.

Awards and Honors

We’re the only program in the region accredited by the Adult Congenital Heart Association and the first in the nation to achieve reaccreditation.