I want to help others win the fight against heart disease and have a second chance at life. 

In 2014 I discovered by chance that I had congenital heart valve disease. My condition was monitored, after three years my heart was beginning to enlarge and surgery was required. The current two surgical options posed complex challenges, either repeated open heart surgery or a lifetime of taking warfarin.

I was fortunate to be referred to a paediatric surgeon who was determined to push the surgical boundaries in order to improve outcomes for children with the same condition in the future. 

In July this year I had pioneering heart valve surgery. Without this procedure I would have had to drastically change my lifestyle and career. The courage, skill and determination of the surgical team inspired me to raise money for cardiovascular research.

Any donations will help provide others a with second chance at life. 

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