You survived ECMO, an incredibly rare and intensive treatment. Connect with others who understand this unique recovery journey and the challenges that come with it.
Connect with other ECMO survivors who truly understand the physical and emotional complexity of your recovery journey.
Write down questions for your many follow-up visits and make a safety plan. Both stay on your phone.
Read stories from other ECMO survivors, share your own journey, and find hope in community connection.
ECMO recovery often involves muscle weakness, fatigue, and complex medical follow-ups. Connect with others managing similar challenges.
Many ECMO survivors experience ICU-related PTSD, anxiety, or depression. Find support from others who understand these challenges.
ICU delirium and memory gaps are common. Share experiences and coping strategies with fellow ECMO survivors.
Resources for both survivors and their families as you navigate this complex recovery together.
Every step forward matters. Share your victories, big and small, with a community that celebrates your progress.
ECMO is a specialized, life-saving treatment used for the most critically ill patients. As a survivor, your journey is unique, and so is the understanding and support you'll find here.
Whether you had ECMO for cardiac failure, respiratory failure, COVID-19, or another critical condition, you'll find others who understand the intensity of ICU care, the long road to recovery, and the emotions that come with surviving against the odds.
Connect with a community that understands your unique recovery journey. Share, learn, and heal together.
Important Medical Disclaimer: Heart Restarted provides peer support only. This is not medical advice. Always consult with your medical team, including your ECMO specialists and cardiologists, for medical decisions regarding your recovery.