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Marfan Syndrome and Connective Tissue Disorders Center

The heart and vascular specialists at Vanderbilt provide expert care for a full range of aortic disorders. This includes Marfan syndrome, a genetic condition affecting connective tissue that often causes problems with the aorta, as well as other genetic syndromes and connective tissue disorders. We help you and your family manage your heart and vascular condition so you can live a full, active life.

Conditions We Treat

  • Aortic branch vessel disease
  • Aortic intramural hematoma
  • Aortic valve disease
  • Aortitis
  • Arterial tortuosity syndrome
  • Congenital contractural arachnodactyly

Meet Your Care Team

Aaron W. Aday
4.9

Aaron W. AdayMD, MSc

    Aortic Aneurysms, Aortic Center, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular Medicine, Carotid Disease, General Cardiology
Milad Matta

Milad MattaMD

    Aneurysm, Fibromuscular Dysplasia, Lipedema, Lymphedema, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Vascular Surgery, Venous Thromboembolism
Ziad Al Adas

Ziad Al AdasMD

    Aortic Aneurysms, Carotid Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Vascular Surgery, Visceral and Renovascular Disorders
Daniel G. Clair
4.8

Daniel G. ClairMD

    Aortic Aneurysms, Cerebrovascular Disease, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Vascular Surgery, Visceral and Renovascular Disorders
John A. Curci
5

John A. CurciMD

    Abdominal Aortic (AAA), Aneurysm, Aortic Center, Carotid Disease, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Varicose Veins, Vascular Surgery
Christine J. Deyholos
4.8

Christine J. DeyholosMD

    Abdominal Aortic (AAA), Aortic Aneurysms, Aortic Center, Carotid Disease, Diabetic Leg and Foot Ulcers, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Vascular Surgery
Louis Garrard
4.8

Louis GarrardIII, MD

    Aneurysm, Carotid Disease, Diabetic Leg and Foot Ulcers, Varicose Veins, Vascular Surgery, Visceral and Renovascular Disorders
Christy M. Guth
4.8

Christy M. GuthMD

    Abdominal Aortic (AAA), Aneurysm, Aortic Aneurysms, Vascular Surgery
Thomas C. Naslund
4.7

Thomas C. NaslundMD

    Aneurysm, Aortic Aneurysms, Aortic Center, Cardiac Surgery, Surgery for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Vascular Surgery
Patrick A. Stone
4.9

Patrick A. StoneMD

    Abdominal Aortic (AAA), Aortic Aneurysms, Cerebrovascular Disease, Diabetic Leg and Foot Ulcers, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Vascular Surgery
Tiffany K. Street

Tiffany K. StreetNP

    Peripheral Arterial Disease, Vascular Surgery
Benjamin P. Frischhertz
4.8

Benjamin P. FrischhertzMD

    Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Aortic Center, Cardiovascular Medicine, Complex Single Ventricle Conditions, Congenital Heart Disease, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology
Anna C. Peek

Anna C. PeekNP

    Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Cardiovascular Medicine, General Cardiology
Angela J. Weingarten
4.8

Angela J. WeingartenBS, MD, MSCI

    Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Aortic Center, Cardiovascular Medicine, Congenital Heart Disease, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease
Lauren N. Oliver

Lauren N. OliverBSN, MSN

    Aortic Aneurysms, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Valve Disease, Coronary Heart Disease
Ashish S. Shah
4.9

Ashish S. ShahMD

    Aortic Center, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Tumors, Cardiac Valve Disease, Heart Assist Devices, Heart Valve Center, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy & Inherited Disease
John M. Trahanas
4.7

John M. TrahanasMD

    Aortic Aneurysms, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Transplantation, Cardiac Valve Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement/TAVR, Transplant
Gregory A. Mencio
4.4

Gregory A. MencioMD

    Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Limb Differences, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics and Surgery, Pediatric Spinal Surgery, Spine
Jonathan G. Schoenecker
4.9

Jonathan G. SchoeneckerMD, PhD

    Orthopaedics, Pediatric Hip Surgery, Pediatric Joint Replacement, Pediatric Limb Differences, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics and Surgery

Why Choose Marfan Syndrome and Connective Tissue Disorders Center at Vanderbilt

  • diploma, award, ribbon, Recognized care, quality
    Recognized care

    Vanderbilt is consistently ranked among the nation’s best by leading authorities on health care quality. People from throughout the Southeast and across the country rely on us for the best and most innovative care possible. 

  • caduceus, Depth of expertise, excellent outcomes
    Expert doctors

    Our cardiologists, heart surgeons and vascular surgeons have vast experience in caring for patients with Marfan syndrome and other aortic disorders. They are uniquely skilled to treat your condition, no matter how routine or complex.

  • people, Tumor board, team, staff, partners
    Coordinated care

    If you have Marfan syndrome, we provide comprehensive care, including genetic evaluation and counseling. Our patient care coordinator guides you through your diagnosis and treatment. You also have direct access to top Vanderbilt doctors in orthopedics, ophthalmology and other specialties.

  • goal, specialized, individualized, customized, Personalized care
    Personalized care

    We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. We help you navigate your treatment options to ensure you receive the best possible care.

  • lightning bolt, Innovation, advanced
    Innovation

    Our surgeons use the least-invasive procedures to get the best outcomes. We have a history of pioneering innovative techniques, such as minimally invasive aneurysm repair, and have trained surgeons across the country. We can offer advanced treatment even to some patients who have been told their condition is inoperable.

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    Clinical trials

    As part of an academic medical center, we offer access to some of the most promising new approaches being tested in clinical trials. Find a clinical trial

  • iphone, camera phone, cell, Telehealth, Online health portal
    Online health portal

    We want to make your experience as seamless and stress-free as possible. You can use our secure online portal, My Health at Vanderbilt, to send messages to your care team, schedule appointments, manage medications and access your medical records.

Tests, Treatments and Services

We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:

Locations

800 Weatherly Drive, Suite 201
Clarksville, TN 37040
1215 21st Avenue South, 5th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 22100
Nashville, TN 37204