by CHSF | Oct 6, 2025 | Because Of Carin, LATEST NEWS, REAL STORIES
As part of our Because of Carin campaign, celebrating the incredible career of Carin van Doorn, Billy’s family share their memories of her support. Carin performed two life-saving heart surgeries on Billy – and their words show just how much her care and...
by CHSF | Oct 6, 2025 | Because Of Carin, LATEST NEWS, REAL STORIES
Heart mum Charlotte found out at her 20-week scan that her little boy Seth had Transposition of the Great Arteries. Charlotte told us about Seth’s journey through treatment at the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit and how he is faring back home in Chesterfield. written by...
by CHSF | Oct 1, 2025 | Because Of Carin, LATEST NEWS
Dear CHSF supporter, After more than 30 years in congenital cardiac surgery and over a decade leading the team at the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit (LCHU), I will soon be retiring. It has been the privilege of my life to care for babies, children, teenagers and adults...
by CHSF | Sep 30, 2025 | FAMILY, LATEST NEWS
“You have been wonderful, please keep up the outstanding work” – heart mum During the month of September… 7 referrals received for targeted Family Support 7 families engaged with 6 young people and their families worked with and supported Financial support...
by CHSF | Sep 30, 2025 | Because Of Carin, LATEST NEWS
Share your story This is a space for patients and families to share stories and messages with Ms Carin van Doorn OBE as she prepares to retire at the end of the year. If you or your child was treated by Carin, we’d love for you to leave messages, photos and videos...
