Cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of death for Americans, are predicted to significantly increase by 2060 as risk factors, such as diabetes, obesity, and hypertension, become more common among the population. In light of this reality, the Arizona Heart Foundation (AHF) is intensifying its efforts and building its capabilities as part of its mission to lead the fight against heart disease through education, research, and community outreach.
Founded in 1971 by Edward B. Diethrich, MD, AHF worked with various medical device manufacturers in researching new technologies that helped advance the field of cardiovascular medicine in the US. It later incorporated the Arizona Heart Foundation School of Ultrasound, also established by Dr. Diethrich, which educates certified sonographers, and the Cardiovascular Nurse Specialist Program, which provides nurses with specialized knowledge about cardiovascular care.
