Latest Advances in Diagnosis & Treatment Techniques at the Heart Institute
If you are diagnosed with heart disease, your doctor may recommend that you take immediate action to avoid a heart attack. The treatment for coronary artery disease varies depending on individual needs. St. Joseph’s Heart Institute offers the latest interventional methods.
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Condition Center
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
What is a Heart Attack (also called an Acute Myocardial Infarction or MI)?
A Heart Attack is a complete blockage of blood flow in a coronary artery. The blockage prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching part of the heart muscle. Usually a blood clot or piece of
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Procedure & Test Explanations
Angiojet Thrombectomy: Why is the doctor performing this procedure? To use jet pump mechanics to break apart and remove harmful blood clots in a coronary or peripheral artery. What is the procedure?
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Other Procedures:
St. Joseph Medical Center is pleased to introduce HeartAware - an innovative new heart disease detection program that is saving lives across the country. Our goal, in conjunction with the National Heart Organization, is to save the lives of people with cardiac disease who don’t know it. learn more+
Patient Testimonials
Imagine, if you can, the experience of being near-dead, chilled literally to the bone – and then being brought back to life.
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Cardiovascular Fitness
Cardiovascular Fitness at St. Joseph Medical Center provides education, counseling, behavior modification and exercise through a variety of programs aimed at reducing the risk of heart disease. Programs are for anyone interested in either prevention of, or recovery from, cardiovascular disease.
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Life-Saving Heart Attack Protocol
'Door-to-wire' treatment exceeds national standards
If you or someone you know is having a heart attack, don't take chances on your decision about where to go for treatment.
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Meet Our Heart Specialists
At St. Joseph’s Medical Center our Heart Specialists will tailor your treatment to your individual needs.
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Programs and Services
St. Joseph Medical Center prides itself on offering numerous clinical and educational services to the community.
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Online Health Information
Valuable information for your health.
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