CardioStart International

06/07/2026

CardioStart International is heading to Guayaquil, Ecuador for a Pediatric Cardiac Mission at Hospital del Niño Dr. Francisco de Icaza Bustamante, October 3-10, 2026.

This mission will support children with congenital heart disease and help strengthen local cardiac care through collaboration, training, and lifesaving surgery.

We’re currently seeking key team members, including an anesthesiologist, intensivist, perfusionist, pediatric ICU nurses, and a respiratory therapist.

To volunteer visit: https://cardiostart.org/volunteer-interest-form/

Join us in making a lasting impact for children and families in Ecuador❤️

06/03/2026

World Heart Rhythm Week is here! ❤️Join Arrhythmia Alliance in raising awareness of heart rhythm disorders, sharing patient stories, and encouraging early action for better heart health.❤️ Arrhythmia Alliance

05/27/2026

These are the faces of hope. During CardioStart's recent mission to the Dominican Republic, each of these children received life-changing cardiac care. Their strength inspires us and reminds us why this work matters.❤️

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember those who gave everything ❤️🤍💙

Their courage lives on in every life saved… every heartbeat restored… every child given a second chance.

At CardioStart, we honor their legacy by continuing the mission—bringing life-saving heart care to children around the world.

Today, we remember.
Today, we honor.
Today, we serve.

05/22/2026

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

The “Hope to the Hearts of Congo” project, connecting 🇧🇷 with 🇨🇩, has been a tremendous success. CardioStart has been proud to partner with The Thoracic Surgery Foundation - TSF to make this endeavor possible. Take a look at some of the joyful moments from the past few weeks ✨

05/15/2026

So special to receive this update from Aisha! We first shared her story last July, and her incredible progress continues to inspire us each and every month. Her journey has been a powerful reminder of resilience and progress❤️

05/10/2026

Every child deserves a healthy chance at life. Mending Kids makes that possible by delivering free surgical care and training communities for lasting impact.

This Mother’s Day, CardioStart salutes the moms who hold on through every difficult moment. Give in honor of your mother, and make a gift that helps mend a child’s future.

Visit https://www.mendingkids.org/thankyou.html to donate!!

05/06/2026

It’s Perfusionist Week, and CardioStart is proud to spotlight Mark Napoli, CCP, LP—a longtime volunteer, board member, and leader in cardiovascular perfusion. ❤️

With more than 35 years of experience, Mark has helped advance blood management, guide complex cardiac surgery teams, and support sustainable cardiac care around the world.

Thank you, Mark, and thank you to perfusionists everywhere for the life-saving work you do every day!