Moments that Count

from South Florida Family Life - February 2023

The Not So -Perfect Playdate

Deacon was just 3 months old when a trip to the ER revealed the little guy was in heart failure. Maryanne Chrisant, MD, Medical Director, Pediatric Cardiac Transplant, Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy, quickly determined he had Barth syndrome.

Fortunately, Dr. Chrisant and our cardiology team have experience with the extremely rare condition. Deacon and his family have been able to move forward with a detailed care plan.

“One year I counted there were more than 170 visits of some sort,” says mom Brandi. “In all of those moments, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital was there for our family.”

Where you go matters. In the moments that count most, trust our heart care experts.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Entertaining and noteworthy things to see and do throughout South Florida.

WORDS OF WISDOM Navigating rough waters when a playdate veers off course.

Near Naples, at Ave Maria, more is an invitation and a promise.

More full days of getting out and about, without ever getting into a car.

More shopping, golf rounds, fishing trips, and bike rides in nature.

More of the impromptu, spontaneous fun that turns up the joy in life.

And with four renowned builders and an array of home designs from the $200s, you’ve got a lengthy list of reasons to come see

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