Martin Kostelka has operated on over 10,000 infants and toddlers with congenital heart defects throughout his career. Every story he has been a part of is a touching tale of a hopeful new beginning – thanks to his team's outstanding success rate. In "A Matter of the Heart," the experienced surgeon recounts his challenging daily work. He describes cases that particularly affected him, and parents of young patients also share their perspectives. Through his own story, Professor Kostelka also illustrates the long road one travels before being able to take on the responsibility for a child's heart and offers insights into the fascinating development of pediatric cardiac surgery. A compelling professional memoir that sensitively tells of a task that could not be greater. New product