• 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
• First transcatheter aortic valve replacement
• Coronary aneurysm repair and total arch replacement
• Aortic and mitral valve replacement / repair
• Complex percutaneous coronary intervention
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Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital — Dallas | Advanced Cardiovascular Centers
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
Contact the center : 214.820.5306 BSWHealth . com / DallasHeartRhythmCenter
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 .
> 170 surgeries Cardiovascular performed through the Mission
Critical cardiovascular procedures performed include :
• First transcatheter aortic valve replacement
• Coronary aneurysm repair and total arch replacement
• Aortic and mitral valve replacement / repair
• Complex percutaneous coronary intervention
Aldo Rafael , MD - Medical Director
The mission also includes a mentorship program , which helps foster practical learning for Peruvian surgical residents to apply the critical care techniques learned to build a brighter medical future for the people of Peru .
The medical director of the Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute , Aldo Rafael , MD , received a grant from the Thoracic Surgery Foundation for his work with Salvando Corazones for the fourth time . The Every Heartbeat Matters award is granted to physicians who conduct charity surgical outreach work in under-served regions with under-served populations .
Contact the center : 214.820.0390 BSWHealth . com / HispanicCVInstitute