34
Total open heart surgeries performed ( FY20 ):
928 *
CARDIAC SURGERY
Baylor University
Medical Center was awarded 3-Stars ** for Isolated CABG for the third consecutive recognition period .
** Highest star rating by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons ( STS )
Baylor University Medical Center was rated High Performing in Aortic Valve Surgery and Heart Bypass Surgery for the sixth consecutive year by U . S . News & World Report for 2020 - 21 .
To extend the continuum of care on the downtown Dallas campus , Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas collaborates closely with Baylor University Medical Center ’ s cardiac programs . As such , the following data from cardiac surgery , advanced heart failure and heart transplantation is reported in this annual outcomes book .
CORONARY ARTERY BYPASS SURGERY
Coronary artery bypass surgery ( CABG ) is advised for select groups of patients with narrowing and blockages of the coronary arteries . CABG creates new routes around narrowed and blocked arteries using grafts , allowing sufficient blood flow to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle . Although in most cases open heart surgery is preferred , less invasive techniques may be used , including offpump procedures and keyhole surgery .
The cardiac surgery department at Baylor University Medical Center has been fine-tuned from years of experience treating routine CABG patients to complex cases that were previously denied treatment by other centers . Nationally known for award-winning quality , the multidisciplinary team of clinical specialists are also involved in research that allows the team to provide innovative cardiovascular treatment .
Procedure FY19 FY20 * CABG 383 357 Valve ( AVR ) 79 66 Valve ( AVR ) w / CABG 18 17 Percutaneous valve 273 189 Thoracic aorta & AAA 165 155 Maze 30 30 VAD 68 51 Transplant 49 63
CABG mortality rate ( FY20 ):
0 %
* Note : As other hospitals and health systems experienced , Baylor University Medical Center ’ s cardiothoracic surgery volumes realized a decline in the months of April and May of 2020 while COVID-19 cases and quarantining became priorities . Volumes began an upward swing in June – the month ending the fiscal year .
SPECIALIZED CARE TEAM
Dedicated care provided by the entire surgical team is critical to the patient ’ s outcomes , including continuous coverage by a specialized care team . Expertise provided by the cardiac surgery team includes :
• Intensive care specialists provide 24 / 7 critical care coverage .
• Cardiovascular anesthesiologists are fellowshiptrained and board-certified in transesophageal echocardiography ( TEE ).
• As a quaternary care center , Baylor University Medical Center has the infrastructure and physician experience to provide quality care to the most complex cases referred to the Dallas campus from across the country .
The members of the Department of Cardiac Surgery participate in a vast array of operations and specialty centers . The team conducts open cardiac operations as well as minimally invasive approaches , percutaneous valve procedures , thoracic aortic procedures , and operations for heart failure , heart transplant and assist devices . Members of the department are active in the Center for Valve Disorders , Aortic Center and Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute .
High-risk meetings
Every surgical patient presents a unique set of challenges , and the cardiac surgical team is committed to providing personalized treatment . The weekly high-risk meetings have allowed specialists , from all levels of patient care , to weigh in on a specialized treatment plan for each patient . From cardiothoracic anesthesiologists to perfusionists and ECMO specialists , the diverse team of experts is specifically equipped for the most complex heart cases .