Heart and Vascular

About Heart and Vascular Care at Baystate Health

Heart health affects every part of your life. At Baystate Health, you can rest assured you’re receiving top-quality cardiovascular care backed by proven expertise. We protect your heart so you can feel better, live longer, and get back to the people and moments that matter most.

We are the only program in western Massachusetts equipped to treat the most complex heart conditions. We’ve earned the highest safety and quality ratings in the nation for heart and vascular procedures. No matter what heart condition you’re facing, our cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, nurses, and social workers support you with the best possible care.

Why Choose Baystate Health for Heart and Vascular Care?

When you come to Baystate Health for your cardiovascular care, you can expect:

• Excellent outcomes: We are in the top 10 percent of hospitals nationwide for all our cardiac procedures. We’ve earned the highest rankings from several national organizations for cardiac procedures, vascular surgery, coronary interventions, and structural heart care.
• 24/7 emergency cardiac care: Our cardiac catheterization laboratory is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for lifesaving care. In our lab, we can unblock an artery (angioplasty) to stop a heart attack up to 25 minutes faster than the national standard.
• Deep experience: We have deep experience treating the entire spectrum of cardiovascular disease. That experience means you’re cared for by a team with the skill and expertise to treat all types of cardiovascular diseases, safely and effectively.
• Latest innovations: Our physicians are also researchers who help develop and study new treatments through clinical trials. That means you may have access to the latest treatments before they’re widely available. We also offer advanced technologies and the latest minimally invasive and catheter-based procedures to support a smoother recovery.
• Collaborative approach: Our highly trained specialists work together to determine the most effective care plan. Through weekly heart conferences, doctors across specialties ensure you receive exceptional treatment tailored to you.

Heart and Vascular Specialty Programs, Services and Clinics

Whatever kind of care your heart needs, Baystate Health is here for you. Whether you are focused on prevention, managing a chronic condition, or facing surgery and rehabilitation, we’re here to help.

Our specialized programs, services and clinics include :

• Anticoagulation Clinic
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Heart Surgery
• Interventional Cardiology Services
• Pediatric Cardiology
• Valve Disease
• Vascular Surgery
• Vein Care
• Ventricular Assist Device

Heart and Vascular Physician Referral Resources

We are the only tertiary and quaternary referral center for all of western and most of central Massachusetts. Our cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons are available for phone consultations and referrals. We’ll help make sure your patient gets the specialty care they need.

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