REFER A CHILD
If you know a child with a congenital heart defect with limited access to specialized medical care, let us know.

Morgan | Uganda
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HeartGift's medical selection criteria includes:
Be under age 14.
Not have undergone previous cardiac surgery.
Have a biventricular condition that can be repaired in one operation which include but may not be limited to the following types of defects:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
- Coarctation of the Aorta
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
- Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
- Tetrology of Fallot (TOF)
Have no chromosomal abnormalities.
Application Requirements:
Full legal name of the child
Current echocardiogram and report – Complete echocardiogram, including doppler images, performed within the past 3 months by a pediatric cardiologist or attending physician. We require a moving echocardiogram in DIACOM, MP4, or AVI format. No JPEG or still images will be accepted in place of the echocardiogram. The medical committee will not review a case without a moving echocardiogram.
Photo of Child
Current immunization record
Test results for the following:
- TB
- Malaria
- Hepatitis B&C
- HIV
- Parasites (may be asked to
retake tests before traveling) - Sickle Cell
ECG
Chest X-ray
Physicians letter detailing child’s health history and current physical examination.
Any additional medical records you may have that will help the medical committee in reviewing your case.