For more comprehensive information about Alvarado Hospital's heart programs, click here.

 

Since performing one of the region’s first open-heart surgeries nearly 35 years ago, Alvarado Hospital has one of the most accomplished heart programs in the San Diego area. The cardiologists and heart surgeons at Alvarado Hospital are devoted to providing the highest level of cardiac and cardiovascular medical services available. An extensive range of diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical services and rehabilitation are provided.

 

• A minimally invasive procedure for patients with atrial fibrillation that helps prevent strokes and may ultimately replace blood-thinning medications.
• A noninvasive technique that determines the amount of arterial plaque build-up in the heart.
• A minimally invasive technique that places a tiny filter into a leg vein in order to prevent blood clots from traveling into the lungs

 

Alvarado Hospital is designated as San Diego County STEMI (heart attack) receiving center. STEMI stands for ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction. This designation puts Alvarado’s emergency department physicians and cardiologists in the front lines of the fight against heart-related deaths in San Diego.

 

Committed to continuous quality improvement, Alvarado Hospital has consistently participated in statewide quality measurements. We meet and exceed state quality and outcomes measurements for cardiac services.

 

Alvarado’s Physician Referral Service can help you find a cardiologist or heart surgeon who meets your needs. To find a physician, simply click on the Physician Finder or call 800-ALVARADO (800-258-2723). Additional information regarding our cardiovascular services also is available by calling this number or clicking here.