Loyola patient grateful to follow his passion after heart transplant

Christopher Canaday received his heart transplant at Loyola Medicine in 2018 after being diagnosed with congenital heart disease. Since his life‑saving surgery, he has followed his passion for cooking, earning his culinary degree and spending time in Europe honing his craft. Christopher continues his follow‑up care with Loyola cardiologist Max Liebo, MD, and credits his entire Loyola team for giving him a second chance at life. Loyola Medicine is home to one of the oldest and most successful heart transplant programs in Illinois, providing advanced, compassionate care for patients with complex heart disease. To make an appointment, call 888-584-7888 or visit https://www.loyolamedicine.org/schedule-an-appointment