Our Story

Message from Phil Morton – Founder & CEO of LVADStrong:

In September 2022, while visiting Boston, I experienced a life-altering event: I collapsed at Bunker Hill due to arrhythmia and was rushed to Massachusetts General Hospital. There, I was told I had six months to live.

I was on vacation in Boston, enjoying what I thought would be a carefree and memorable trip. But everything changed in an instant when I found out I needed an LVAD. It was a life-altering moment—frightening, overwhelming, and completely unexpected. What was supposed to be a brief stay turned into two months in Boston, where I faced countless challenges, from learning about my condition to undergoing surgery and recovery.

The Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) saved my life, but it also opened my eyes to the challenges gaced by the LVAD community.

At LVADStrong, we offer:

• LVAD Patient Support: Empowering patients through education, support, and community connections for a healthier journey.
• Community Engagement: Fostering awareness, inclusion, and understanding through outreach, events, and educational programs.
• Healthcare Staff Recognition: Honoring and supporting healthcare professionals through appreciation events, wellness programs, and meaningful contributions.
• LVAD Patient Events: Connecting patients and families through inspiring gatherings, wellness activities, and shared experiences

I am tired of excuses. We must act now to support LVAD patients, caregivers, and healthcare workers. Together, we can make a difference. Join us in our mission to empower hearts and transform lives!

We Need Your Help

An LVAD isn’t just a device; it’s a second chance at life, a bridge to hope, and a testament to resilience. But beyond the technology, it’s the people – the patients, the families, the caregicers, and the generous hearts who give- that make this journey possible.

Your support fuels more than programs and services- it fuels lives. Every donation, every volunteer hour, and every shared story creates a network of strength, reminding LVAD patients that they are not just surviving, but thriving.

Today, you have the opportunity to be the difference- to help someone find the resources they need, the community they deserve, and the strength to keep moving forward.

Because at LVADStrong, we don’t just support hearts- we lift spirits, build connections, and create hope.