Who We Are

The Heart Failure Patient Foundation is a dedicated coalition comprising families, patients, caregivers, and medical professionals devoted to advancing our mission and vision. Our collective commitment is to enhance the lives affected by heart failure by fostering awareness and delivering support. We unite as advocates, pooling our diverse experiences and expertise to improve the quality of life for those navigating the complexities of heart failure. Our vision unites us in empowering and equipping individuals with the best resources and knowledge available, forging a community built on collaboration and unwavering dedication to the Heart Failure Patient Foundation's mission and vision.

Board of Directors

Marilyn A. Prasun PhD, CCNS, CNL, CHFN, FAHA
Foundation Chair (Charter Member)
maprasu@ilstu.edu
marilynprasun@gmail.com

Sita Swamy, FNP
Secretary (Charter Member)

Linda Ordway
Treasurer

Jared Small
Director (Charter Member)

Janice Tippett
Director (Charter Member)
jtippett322@gmail.com

Annette Hubbell, PhD, RN, CNS
Director

Michael Doerr
Director

Larry Shelton
Director

K. Melissa Smith, DNP, APN-BC, CHFN
Director

Patients and Caregiver Ad Hoc Task Force

Pamela J. Mahaffey, DNP, RN
Co-chair

Do Blair, APRN, NP
Co-chair

K. Melissa Smith, DNP, APN-BC, CHFN
Co-chair