Heart Care Center at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - Houston, TX

• Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center has a history of providing hope to patients from all over the world.  Through our research and clinical excellence, we achieve more life-changing breakthroughs, discover more methods of prevention and save more lives than ever before.

• Our physicians are leaders in innovative, ground-breaking research, including the use of adult stem cell therapy to create new heart muscle and vascular cells. We’re also testing prototypes for a total artificial heart and improving left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) and other heart pumps.

• Some of the most important and groundbreaking medical discoveries in cardiovascular history and unprecedented advances in preventive care have been made at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. They include the first successful heart transplant in the United States and the world’s first implantation of an artificial heart in a man. 

• World-class surgeons at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center specialize in minimally invasive techniques with shorter operations, shorter hospitalizations, faster healing, and minimal scarring.

The team of cardiologists and cardiac surgeons offer:

• Ablation: catheter, surgical and hybrid
• Angioplasty and stenting
• Atherectomy
• Cardio-oncology
• Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG)
• Heart biopsy
• Heart transplant
• Leadless pacemaker placement
• Maze procedure
• Minimally invasive heart surgery
• Minimally invasive valve replacement
• Leadless pacemaker placement
• Robotic heart surgery
• Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) 
• Transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR)
• Ventricular assist device (VAD) surgery
• WATCHMAN(™) for atrial fibrillation

Our comprehensive heart care includes treatment of:

• Aortic aneurysm
• Atrial fibrillation
• Cardiomyopathy
• Congenital heart disease
• Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
• Heart tumor
• Heart valve disease
• Metabolic syndrome
• Peripheral artery disease
• Stroke
• Ventricular and supraventricular tachycardia

Robotic surgery allows our surgeons to perform procedures through very small incisions. This can lead to less pain, lower risk of infection and faster recovery times. The robotic system gives the surgeon better precision and control.

Robotic surgery offers several benefits, including smaller scars, shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery and less pain. Patients often get back to their daily lives faster.

We specialize in a range of heart and lung procedures using robotic assistance. For heart surgery, this includes mitral valve repair, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and atrial septal defect (ASD) closure.

Our operating rooms have the latest robotic surgical technology. Our patient rooms are designed for comfort and a peaceful recovery. We have a team of highly trained professionals, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and support staff, who are committed to providing excellent care.

Our board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons are highly experienced and skilled in robotic surgery. They will create a personalized surgical plan to meet your specific needs.

As a comprehensive cardiovascular care center we offer the following tests to help diagnose and treat heart problems:

• Aortic and carotid ultrasound 
• Calcium scoring test 
• Cardiovascular nuclear radiology
• Coronary CT angiogram 
• Echocardiogram 
• Electrocardiogram 
• MRI 
• Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) 
• Stress test

You should see a cardiologist if you experience prolonged symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness or heart palpitations, as these could indicate underlying heart issues requiring immediate attention. If you have a family history of heart disease or have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, consulting a cardiologist is essential for a thorough evaluation and management plan.

Yes, please share your primary care doctor’s name so we can coordinate with them the best heart care.

We accept most major insurance plans. All insurance copays, coinsurance and deductibles are due at the time of service.

To ensure accurate billing and timely communication, please inform our receptionist of any changes to your address, phone number or insurance information. This helps us file claims correctly and avoid unnecessary billing issues.