Living with an LVAD—or going through a heart transplant—isn’t for the faint of heart. It takes HULK-level strength, grit, and a will to keep fighting every single day.
Just like in this image, where half is calm and composed and the other half is full-blown rage and power, every LVAD warrior knows what it feels like to battle through adversity while trying to keep it together on the outside. Behind every quiet smile is the storm they’ve weathered and the fight they continue to wage.
But here’s the truth: no one does it alone. The real-life Avengers team? They’re the caregivers, the doctors, the nurses, the VAD coordinators, and the loved ones who stand by our side through it all. They help us harness that power—channeling the rage, fear, hope, and strength into a force that keeps us going.
Whether you’re living with an LVAD, recovering from a transplant, or caring for someone on this journey—you are powerful.
đź’Ş You are the Hulk and the hero in your own story.
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Shawn Connors
Executive Producer/Host - Connors Studios
Meet Shawn Connors, a man who’s faced some tough health challenges. Born with a heart murmur, he had his first heart surgery at just three. But life threw him another curveball when he was 37, diagnosed with DIFIB.
Things got even worse when Shawn’s wife, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, fell ill at 40. Shawn, determined to take care of her, was also battling his own health issues. It was clear that he needed an LVAD. Six months after the implant, Shawn’s wife sadly passed away, leaving him as the sole caregiver for their two elementary-aged children.
Despite the immense grief, Shawn found a way to channel his emotions into something positive. He started a podcast called LVAD Talk, where he interviews other LVADers, including heart transplant recipients. His videos and podcasts are available on YouTube and LVADTalk.com.
In addition to his podcast, Shawn is also the owner of Connors Studio, where he creates and specializes in portraiture and lifestyle photography.
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