American Heart Month: West Fargo Man Grateful for Lifesaving Care and Second Chance at Essentia Health
A bicuspid — or two-part — aortic valve (BAV) affects about 1 to 2% of the population. This congenital heart condition often goes unnoticed until later in life, as was the case with Dan Gerriets, who wasn’t diagnosed until his 30s.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Tyler Hemmingson
Tyler Hemmingson was exposed to the health professions much earlier than a lot of people. He was born with a congenital heart condition that wasn't detected until he was 6 years old.