Cardiology and Vascular Services in Winter Haven

We offer comprehensive cardiac testing to diagnose heart and vascular conditions, including:

• Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI
• Echocardiogram
• Electrocardiogram (EKG)
• Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)
• Stress test
• Nuclear stress test
• Tilt table test

Our facility features state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization labs, including a hybrid operating room that supports combined catheter-based and surgical procedures. Our interventional cardiologists perform cardiac catheterizations to diagnose heart disease and, when appropriate, provide treatment during the same procedure. Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a common procedure that uses a small balloon to open a blocked artery and a hollow tube (stent) to keep it open.

Other innovative treatments include:

• Chronic total occlusion PCI: Uses specialized techniques to open a completely blocked coronary artery
• High-risk PCI: Designed for people who can't have traditional surgery due to complex health conditions
• Coronary brachytherapy: Modifies scar tissue around a previously placed stent in people who have severe coronary artery disease
• Renal denervation: Targets nerves in the kidneys that control blood pressure for some people who have uncontrolled high blood pressure

Our electrophysiologists diagnose and treat heart rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation (AFib) and other arrhythmias. In our special suites designed for EP, they perform minimally invasive procedures to help restore a healthy heart rhythm. Examples include cardioversion, cardiac ablation and implantation of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs).

Structural heart and valve conditions affect the heart’s valves and other structures. Using the latest advances in cardiovascular medicine, our multidisciplinary team performs complex procedures, including:

• Atrial septal defect (ASD) and patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure
• Left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) to reduce stroke risk in people with atrial fibrillation who can't safely take long-term blood thinners
• Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) for severe aortic stenosis and aortic insufficiency
• Transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVr) and mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (mTEER) for mitral valve regurgitation

Our experienced cardiothoracic surgeons perform a wide range of open-heart procedures using advanced surgical techniques, including:

• Aortic surgery
• Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
• Heart valve repair and replacement
• Root enlargement

BayCare’s heart surgery programs, including BayCare Winter Haven Hospital, regularly earn top ratings from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, which evaluates the quality of cardiac surgery programs across the country. We've been awarded the highest quality 3-star rating in multiple areas of open-heart surgery, placing us within the top 12% of hospitals, including for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), isolated aortic valve replacement (AVR) and mitral valve repair/replacement performed in conjunction with coronary artery bypass grafting (MVRR+CABG).

Patients recovering from heart or vascular surgery or experiencing other serious heart conditions need around-the-clock care. Teams in our dedicated cardiovascular intensive care unit (CVICU) and cardiac intensive care unit (CICU) provide continuous monitoring and rapid intervention when needed.

Our cardiology-trained nurse practitioners provide ongoing care for patients living with heart failure. They work closely with your cardiologist to manage symptoms, reduce hospitalizations and improve quality of life.

Cardiac rehabilitation supports your recovery during and after hospitalization. While you're in the hospital, experienced nurses help you understand your diagnosis, treatment and steps you can take to improve your heart health. After discharge, our outpatient cardiac rehabilitation team provides supervised exercise, education and ongoing support to help you recover safely.