When other medical management techniques offer little hope, open-heart surgery provides astounding results for improved cardiac performance. Open-heart surgery often leads to an improvement in endurance and quality of life for patients suffering from coronary artery disease, valvular disease of the heart, diseases of the thoracic aorta, and end-stage cardiac disease.

Specialized staff and cardiovascular surgeons at St. Vincent Healthcare use the latest in equipment and instrumentation, including a state-of-the-art heart-lung machine and ultrasound technology. The team of surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other staff bring a wide range of expertise and experience. After surgery, patients progress to the Coronary Intensive Care Unit where they receive round-the-clock observation and monitoring.