From NICU to College: Roommates Overcome Heart Problems

Two babies with the same critical heart condition, hypoplastic left heart syndrome, were placed in adjacent intensive care rooms at a Texas children's hospital. Now, 21 years later, Seth Rippentrop and Tate Lewis are college roommates at the University of Texas at Dallas. They first met at a summer camp for children who had heart surgeries and quickly bonded. Their families also formed a strong friendship during their time in the hospital. Despite their heart conditions, Seth and Tate are thriving and hope to inspire others that a serious heart condition doesn't have to limit one's life.