Changing the DNA of
Heart Health.
What runs in your family should never be a mystery. We help individuals and families understand their risk through education, awareness, advocacy, and early detection.
From survival to purpose.
Inherited Hearts Foundation was born from a life-changing moment that proved how vital family history, early detection, and patient advocacy truly are.
When founder Necole Coleman, a Medical Laboratory Scientist and active individual, experienced sudden, severe back pain while working out, she was initially misdiagnosed with a muscle strain. Four days later, persistent symptoms led to a shocking diagnosis: an aortic dissection requiring emergency open-heart surgery.
During her recovery, genetic testing revealed Necole had inherited a genetic mutation associated with aortic disease from her mother, who also lived with an aortic aneurysm. What seemed like isolated medical events was actually a clear pattern of inherited risk.
Today, Inherited Hearts Foundation exists to empower individuals and families through education, awareness, and proactive care. By encouraging people to learn their family history, listen to their bodies, and ask critical medical questions, we aim to inspire life-saving action before a crisis occurs.
Know your history.Know your risk.Protect your future.
What guides everything we do.
Compassion first
We meet every family with empathy; cardiovascular disease is medical, emotional, and deeply personal.
Knowledge is power
We translate complex science into language that empowers everyday decisions.
Access for all
We are committed to making heart health information open and accessible to everyone, regardless of background or financial status.
Heart & Mind Connection
The heart and mind are deeply connected. We believe caring for both supports lifelong wellness.
Prevention through awareness
Understanding family history, inherited risk, and early warning signs can help save lives.
Want to be part of the story?
There are many ways to support our mission, from raising awareness to volunteering, partnering, advocating, or giving.