Aortic Program
The Elaine & Robert Matranga Aortic Center offers a comprehensive approach to aortic care, including the use of advanced diagnostic testing and active surveillance. The Elaine & Robert Matranga Aortic Center at Hoag is a comprehensive program that provides a multidisciplinary, integrated team approach to caring for complex aortic disease. Our team offers long-term management including active surveillance, advanced treatment options and 24/7 emergency care.
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Trusted, Comprehensive Care for Complex Aortic Disease
Dedicated Aortic Center Medical Team
A diagnosis of aortic disease may often leave patients asking, “Where do I go from here?” At Hoag, we provide answers and much more through experienced clinical nurse navigators. Hoag’s clinical nurse navigator assists patients and their families, to help them access and navigate their care journey.
Meet The TeamMarfan Syndrome & Related Conditions Program
Hoag is proud to offer comprehensive care for individuals with rare connective tissue conditions and other genetic aortic and vascular conditions. With David H. Liang, M.D., one of the few cardiac subspecialists in the world that focuses on these various syndromes, and a team of cardiac surgeons trained in aortic surgical care, along with additional specialists, Hoag offers an integrated, best-in-class team, serving Southern California and beyond.
Learn More about Our Marfan ProgramDesignated Cardiovascular Receiving Center by Emergency Medical Services
Hoag’s designation as a cardiovascular receiving center (CVRC) by Orange County Emergency Medical Services means our emergency departments are working 24/7 with emergency transport personnel before you arrive and are then prepared to provide rapid assessment and treatment saving precious time to ensure the best possible outcome.
Convenient Cardiac Rehabilitation to Help You Gain Your Confidence
Hoag’s cardiac rehabilitation program greatly benefit patients recovering from certain cardiovascular conditions such as thoracic aortic aneurysms and dissections. The comprehensive, physician-supervised program in Newport Beach and Irvine helps patients come back stronger through progressive physical exercise, risk factor modification, education and support. Hoag is with you at every step of your recovery.
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Complex Aortic Disease Patient Stories
People who have been on a journey similar to yours share their experiences to provide you with hope and insight as you embark on your road to wellness. Perhaps you’ll have a story of your own that will one day inspire others.
Jean’s Aortic Aneurysm Story
Hear how Jean survived and thrived following an aortic emergency at the Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute at…
Read MoreHoag Aortic Dissection Survivor, Heather Lendrum Shares Her Story
Heather shares her story of surviving an aortic dissection and how she supports other survivors who have experienced the same.
Read MoreGetting to the Heart of it: Aortic Conditions the Focus of Hoag
Danniena (Danni) Sun thought she was too young to need major heart surgery. In 2013, Sun experienced an episode of…
Read MoreLong Beach Woman with Rare Genetic Condition Finds Hope at Hoag
Kaitlin Jones works to find joy in the little things. Jones, 31, said it’s a priority of hers to…
Read MoreA Marfan Syndrome Patient Finds Confidence, Gratitude at Hoag
Christian D’Angelo has Marfan syndrome, a genetic condition that affects the body’s connective tissue. Because connective tissue holds cells, organs…
Read MorePatient with Rare Connective Tissue Disorder Grateful to Hoag
It can be difficult to visual what Hoag’s “multidisciplinary approach” to patient care really means. But when Lauren Wiepking hears…
Read MoreYour Aortic Disease Experts
At Hoag, our comprehensive Matranga Aortic Center provides a multidisciplinary, integrated team approach to caring for complex aortic disease. This approach has led Hoag to become a referral center for aortic disease in Southern California and beyond.
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