Dr Halas fell in love with pediatric cardiology and the complexities of congenital heart disease during his internal medicine and pediatrics residency. He loves interacting with children because they are full of wonder, so resilient and playful. Dr Halas says being a dad is the biggest influence in his life. He finds it amazing to see children learn in the world and have so much fun. In his free time, he enjoys exploring west Michigan with his wife and children. I love what I do. Whether I’m providing relieving news to families or helping them navigate complex cardiac illness, I practice evidence-based medicine and strive to always remember the importance of clear communication and shared decision-making.