The Cardiovascular Center provides state-of-the-art, evidence-based care encompassing the full spectrum of adult cardiovascular disease. In adult cardiac surgery, physicians bring specialized expertise and clinical and research interest in heart valve disease, atrial fibrillation, arterial conduits for coronary bypass and pulmonary embolism.
The program has been designated as a Center of Excellence in mitral valve repair, with repair rates well over 90 percent. The Heart Valve Clinic provides longitudinal care for patients with heart valve disease. The Center recently acquired the first dedicated intraoperative 3D echocardiography machine, which greatly enhances the precision of valve surgery procedures.
St. Joseph’s Adult Cardiac Surgery received the highest rating possible from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS). The STS developed a comprehensive rating system to compare qualilty of cardiac surgery among hospitals across the country. For the time period July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007, St. Joseph’s received the highest rating of “three-stars” for its adult cardiac surgery performance is award. About 12% of hospitals in the country receive this high rating.
St. Joseph's Cardiovascular Center has also received the Blue Cross Blue Shield's Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care. Blue Cross Blue Shield awards this distinction to hospitals that demonstrate reliability in delivering cardiac care and better overall outcomes for patients.
Referrals and Consultations
For referrals and consultations, call 1-877-602-4111.
