Resources
LVAD Information
LVAD – Decision booklet: A decision aid for Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) A device for patients with advanced heart failure: https://patientdecisionaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Lvad-pamphlet-9.28.21.pdf
LVAD Decision Aid (video): https://vimeo.com/586178890
MyLVAD: An Introduction to LVAD: "Explore the basic functions of an LVAD and
important information surrounding LVAD surgery.
https://www.mylvad.com/patients-caregivers/learn-about-lvads/intro-lvads
Custom Designed Bags for LVAD Equipment: https://lvadbags.com/
"In 2016 I received my first LVAD. Since then I have been searching for the perfect bag to hold my LVAD
controller, batteries and backup equipment that is affordable and comfortable. Finally, I discovered this
backpack. It has great padded straps, the exterior is water resistant, I am able to create unlimited
designs on these bags. What has been the most fun is that I can make use of my art and graphic design
background." ~Nancy White
Financial Assistance
Transplant Community Alliance (serving Arizona): Assistance for transplant patients: Support Groups, Financial Assistance, Transplant Mentors: https://www.transplantaz.org/
HeartBrothers: Helping Heart Failure Patients with Financial Assistance, Support Groups, Webinar Series, “Heart Prayers”: www.Heartbrothers.org
Support Groups
Transplant Community Alliance (serving Arizona transplant patients): Financial Assistance, Support Groups, Transplant Mentors: https://www.transplantaz.org/
HeartBrothers: Financial Assistance, Support Groups, Webinar Series, “Heart Prayers”: www.Heartbrothers.org
Banner MCS/LVAD Online Support Group: Meets the 2nd Friday of each month 11:00-12:00. Contact Kathleen Pickrel at 520-694-6174 / Kathleen.pickrel2@bannerhealth.com or Heather Donovan at Heather.Donovan2@bannerhealth.com
Medication Costs
www.goodrx.com
www.costplusdrugs.com
www.needymeds.com
Novartis Patient Assistance Program (Entresto/sacubitril/valsartan): https://www.novartis.com/us-en/patients-and-caregivers/patient-assistance/patient-assistance-foundation-enrollment
Additional Resources
American Heart Association: Information and Community Events: www.heart.org