Living with a congenital heart condition (one that was present at birth) can affect how you think about your future. Having an experienced, compassionate team by your side can make all the difference.
BayCare provides congenital heart care across every stage of life. Our multidisciplinary team includes adult cardiologists, pediatric cardiologists, heart surgeons, interventional cardiologists and advanced practice providers — all with specialized training in caring for congenital heart disease (CHD). Team members also include experts in pediatric and adult cardiac imaging, electrophysiology, advanced heart failure, intensive care and anesthesia.
Our team approach to adult CHD management means that we coordinate care with your primary care provider, dentist and other specialists involved in your health. Care coordinators and social workers are available to offer guidance and connect you and your family with helpful resources.  And if you ever need emergency or inpatient care at BayCare St. Joseph’s Hospital or any other BayCare hospital, our adult CHD cardiologists are on call 24/7.
BayCare’s congenital heart program is one of only two in Florida and approximately 60 in the U.S. accredited as a comprehensive care center by the Adult Congenital Heart Association. This designation means we have the people, technologies and procedures in place to provide the highest level of care available today. Every day, we help adults who have congenital heart conditions lead healthier, fuller lives.
Thanks to advances in cardiology, people who have CHD are living longer than ever. Over time, however, your heart health may change. Regular follow-up care helps identify changes in heart function and reduce the risk of complications as early as possible.
At BayCare, you have a team that stays focused on your long-term health and well-being. Our adult CHD cardiologists:
Our congenital heart surgery program at BayCare is the largest in West Central Florida. Patients and providers across the region turn to us for advanced surgical care.
If surgery is part of your treatment plan, you won’t go through it alone. Our experienced team tailors the procedure to your specific condition. Nurse navigators help you understand what to expect before, during and after surgery and make sure you feel supported at every step.
Interventional cardiologists use minimally invasive procedures to treat heart conditions. We perform these procedures through thin, flexible tubes (catheters) guided through your blood vessels. Because there are no large incisions, you typically have less pain and recover faster.
With catheter-based techniques, we can close holes in the heart, replace or repair heart valves and open narrowed areas. These procedures also allow us to diagnose and monitor congenital heart conditions.
Our interventional cardiologists perform a high volume of procedures every year. This experience gives them the skills needed to provide safe, effective care.
Congenital heart conditions can sometimes affect the heart’s electrical system, which controls your heartbeat. Electrophysiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias). They offer a range of treatments, including minimally invasive procedures and implantable devices, to restore and maintain healthy heart rhythms.
Our pediatric and adult cardiology teams work closely together to make the transition in care as smooth as possible:
Thanks to advances in cardiology, people who have CHD are living longer than ever. Over time, however, your heart health may change. Regular follow-up care helps identify changes in heart function and reduce the risk of complications as early as possible.
At BayCare, you have a team that stays focused on your long-term health and well-being. Our adult CHD cardiologists:
Our congenital heart surgery program at BayCare is the largest in West Central Florida. Patients and providers across the region turn to us for advanced surgical care.
If surgery is part of your treatment plan, you won’t go through it alone. Our experienced team tailors the procedure to your specific condition. Nurse navigators help you understand what to expect before, during and after surgery and make sure you feel supported at every step.
Interventional cardiologists use minimally invasive procedures to treat heart conditions. We perform these procedures through thin, flexible tubes (catheters) guided through your blood vessels. Because there are no large incisions, you typically have less pain and recover faster.
With catheter-based techniques, we can close holes in the heart, replace or repair heart valves and open narrowed areas. These procedures also allow us to diagnose and monitor congenital heart conditions.
Our interventional cardiologists perform a high volume of procedures every year. This experience gives them the skills needed to provide safe, effective care.
Congenital heart conditions can sometimes affect the heart’s electrical system, which controls your heartbeat. Electrophysiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias). They offer a range of treatments, including minimally invasive procedures and implantable devices, to restore and maintain healthy heart rhythms.
Our pediatric and adult cardiology teams work closely together to make the transition in care as smooth as possible:
Our board-certified heart specialists have advanced training in adult CHD and a deep understanding of the lifelong nature of CHD care. They work closely with physician assistants and nurse practitioners who also specialize in adult CHD. Together, we ensure you have a coordinated team focused on your needs, goals and quality of life.
For more information about our adult congenital heart program or to make an appointment with one of our specialists, call the Adult Congenital Heart Center at (813) 644-6653 or complete the form to connect with a nurse navigator.
