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Johnny: Tricuspid Regurgitation

July 1, 2024

A longtime professor of biology and photographer of nature, Johnny started his heart journey 30 years ago when he began experiencing high blood pressure before developing atrial fibrillation. In 2019, Johnny met with Dr. Paul Sorajja, the Roger L. and Lynn C. Headrick Family Chair of the Valve Science Center at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation for severe tricuspid regurgitation. Watch the video to discover how Johnny is doing today.

Give the Gift of Hope

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The Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® (MHIF) strives to create a world without heart and vascular disease. To achieve this bold vision, we are dedicated to improving the cardiovascular health of individuals and communities through innovative research and education.

Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, we can continue this life-saving work. Please make a gift to support the area of greatest need.

Brad Paisley at Heart 360: Concert for Heart Research

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Brad Paisley at Heart 360 Concert

Ready to celebrate with a community that has heart? We are excited to announce Heart 360 Concert for Heart Research on Saturday, November 2 at The Armory with headliner and award-winning country music singer Brad Paisley! Purchase GA tickets via Ticketmaster, or Premium VIP tickets today:

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