We were pleased to work with the GenTAC Alliance in the USA to host a webinar on 8 May, 2025 for patients and families affected by aortic disease. The GenTAC Alliance and The Baird Institute share common goals, prioritising research and patient and physician education on genetic aortic and vascular conditions. The webinar was co-hosted by Professor Alan C. Braverman, a world-leading aortic clinician and researcher from Washington University in the USA.
Joining the panel were two highly respected Australian aortic specialists: aortic cardiologist Professor Richmond Jeremy, and Professor Paul Bannon, aortic cardiothoracic surgeon and Chair of The Baird Institute.
The webinar covered various aspects of aortic care, including the genetic basis of aortic disease, surgical therapies, and the importance of having a dedicated team of aortic specialists working together. A wide range of conditions were discussed, including Marfan syndrome, Loeys-Dietz syndrome, and other genetic aortic disorders, as well as aortic aneurysm and dissection.
Through this webinar, we aimed to educate and support aortic patients across Australia and New Zealand, while also raising awareness of aortic conditions among healthcare providers and the broader community. We hope to hold further webinars like this one in the future.
