Welcome to the Thoracic Aortic Disease (TAD) Coalition

A group of organizations and individuals who share a common mission of preventing premature deaths due to thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection.

Real People. Real Stories.

The TAD Coalition is committed to increasing public awareness of the factors that put people at risk for aortic aneurysm and dissection, and to improving the diagnosis and management of these life-threatening conditions.

Our work is inspired by the stories of so many people – young and old, men, women, and children, famous people and the people next door – who have suffered aortic aneurysm and dissection, or who are at risk. Learn more about their stories here.

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For Patients & Caregivers

Learn about thoracic aortic disease and whether you might be at risk for thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection. If you are at risk, you’ll find information about how to manage your risk and – very importantly – how to be your own best advocate for proper diagnosis and treatment if you ever need emergency care.

For Healthcare Professionals

Access recommendations from the Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Patients with Thoracic Aortic Disease, released in March 2010 from the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and other medical professional organizations. Use a set of Interactive Pathways based on the Guidelines to explore decision points and guidance for evaluation, management, and surgical intervention in acute aortic dissection.