• Convergent procedure : A cardiothoracic surgeon teams up with an electrophysiologist to ablate signals from the outside back of the heart and inside the heart that are causing long-term , persistent AFib . Baylor University Medical Center participated in clinical trials focused on proving the safety and efficacy of the procedure .
• Respicardia remedē ® system : A battery-powered device that treats central sleep apnea by using phrenic nerve stimulation .
• 1.5 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI ): Advanced MRI safe imaging options for patients with cardiac implantable devices , including nonconditional pacemakers and defibrillators , who previously could not undergo an MRI .
• Ventricular tachycardia ablation
• Device lead extraction
• Cultural dynamics of the Hispanic population
• Importance of incorporating language and religion in medicine
• Importance of involving family in a longer-term care plan
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Heart Rhythm Center
As a leader in North Texas in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders , the Heart Rhythm Center at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas offers referring providers and patients multidisciplinary assistance in navigating the journey of seeking treatment options for heart rhythm disorders .
The center ’ s expert team includes electrophysiologists and cardiac surgeons on the hospital ’ s medical staff and advanced practice providers who have years of experience in diagnosing heart disturbances and performing open and minimally invasive procedures .
Specialized procedures and technologies
• Convergent procedure : A cardiothoracic surgeon teams up with an electrophysiologist to ablate signals from the outside back of the heart and inside the heart that are causing long-term , persistent AFib . Baylor University Medical Center participated in clinical trials focused on proving the safety and efficacy of the procedure .
• Respicardia remedē ® system : A battery-powered device that treats central sleep apnea by using phrenic nerve stimulation .
• 1.5 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI ): Advanced MRI safe imaging options for patients with cardiac implantable devices , including nonconditional pacemakers and defibrillators , who previously could not undergo an MRI .
• Ventricular tachycardia ablation
• Device lead extraction
Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute - Dallas
The vision for the Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas was established by a group of specialists on the hospital ’ s medical staff together with a team of advanced practice providers and cardiovascular nurses focused on meeting the needs of the Spanish-speaking community , specifically for heart and vascular care . From providing education in preventive care to providing healthcare resources and services for those who may have complex cardiovascular issues , the team strives to eliminate barriers and alleviate concerns .
The Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute understands :
• Cultural dynamics of the Hispanic population
• Importance of incorporating language and religion in medicine
• Importance of involving family in a longer-term care plan
Providing international cardiac care
As part of the institute ’ s outreach efforts and unwavering commitment to serving the Hispanic population , physicians in the Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute volunteer to participate in a medical mission called Salvando Corazones or Saving Hearts . The medical mission has brought over 150 critical cardiovascular surgeries , both open-heart and minimally invasive , to people in Peru . The mission also includes a mentorship program , which helps foster practical learning for Peruvian surgical residents to apply the techniques learned to build a brighter medical future for the people of Peru .
Medical director named 2022 Peruvian of the Year
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru named Aldo Rafael , MD , Medical Director of the Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute and a cardiac surgeon on the medical staff at Baylor University Medical Center , the 2022 Peruvian of the Year . The annual recognition highlights Peruvians abroad for outstanding labor towards the community and embodying extraordinary qualities . Dr . Rafael has been awarded Peruvian of the Year for his Salvando Corazones mission trip . He joined an elite group of 10 honorees out of the 3 million Peruvians living abroad .
For more information about the Heart Rhythm Center : 214.820.5306 , BSWHealth . com / DallasHeartRhythmCenter
For more information about the Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute : 214.820.0390 , BSWHealth . com / HispanicCVInstitute