UC Cardiovascular Institute

Welcome

The UC Cardiovascular Institute at University Hospital is a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment center for all types of heart conditions. Whether routine or complex, our physicians and specialists have the expertise needed to provide rapid diagnosis and treatment to improve the quality of our patients’ lives.

We are also pleased to announce a new partnership with Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic Surgeons, Inc. (CVTS). This partnership is an integral step toward advancing the care of cardiac patients in the Greater Cincinnati area. CVTS is the region’s leading community-based cardiac surgery practice. Their expertise will continue to advance the innovation in our community, ensuring the redefinition of standardized cardiac care in the region and adding to the quality clinical services at UC Health.

Comprehensive Team Approach


Our multidisciplinary team of physicians and caregivers includes: cardiologists, heart surgeons, Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs), registered nurses (RNs), nurse practitioners, pharmacists, various other physician subspecialists, social workers, dieticians and exercise specialists.

We work together to provide the personalized care you need, from diagnosis to treatment. By maintaining a strong relationship with our patients, the UC Cardiovascular Institute ensures you are an active, involved and informed member of your health care team.

Our surgeons combine medical expertise with an emphasis on research and clinical application of new technology. They are highly trained and excel in coronary revascularization techniques, complicated valve repair and internal cardiac defibrillator placement.

Lifesaving Recognition

Our clinicians have a high level of expertise in dealing with the most critical patients and the most difficult clinical situations. With state-of-the-art facilities and cutting edge practices, the UC Cardiovascular Institute at University Hospital has been recognized both locally and nationally for excellence in quality health care:

  • Recognized as a Top 100 Cardiovascular Hospital by Solucient, a leading health care information content company.
  • Identified as a Nationwide Leader in Cardiac Care.
  • Designated a Premium Cardiac Specialty Center by UnitedHealth
  • Received multiple leadership awards from the Veteran’s Health Administration for Clinical Excellence in Caring for Heart Failure Patients.

Quick Facts

Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans. Today, with more than 81 million Americans suffering from heart disease, it is responsible for more deaths than all forms of cancer combined.  Heart disease also is the most common cause of hospitalization in people older than 65.

However, thanks to ongoing research efforts, breakthrough advances in medications and interventional therapies, Americans with heart disease are living longer and healthier lives.

According to a Nov. 23, 2009 Wall Street Journal article, the death rate from coronary heart disease dropped 34% from 1995 to 2005 and deaths from cardiovascular disease dropped 26% over the same period.

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  • Contact Us

    Cardiovascular Services University Hospital
    234 Goodman Street
    Cincinnati, OH 45219
    513-584-4321

  • Mission

    At the UC Cardiovascular Institute, our mission is to deliver innovative heart disease management options directly to our patients to help them meet their optimum level of health as quickly as possible.

    Clinical trials

    Our involvement in many important, pioneering clinical trials allows us to diagnose and treat patients with the most complex heart conditions using therapies that are not available elsewhere in the Greater Cincinnati area. Click here to learn more about our clinical research initiatives.