Cardiovascular Care

Excellence in Heart & Vascular Care

St. Peter’s Cardiac & Vascular Center is led by a premier team of cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and vascular specialists. It has been consistently recognized by independent health care quality researchers as one of the best cardiac programs in New York state and in the nation for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients with cardiac and vascular diseases. St. Peter’s nationally recognized surgical team, state-of-the-art operating suites, and our integrated team approach helps patients achieve the best possible outcomes. 

Top Three Reasons to Choose St. Peter's Health Partners

  • National Recognition: U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Peter’s Hospital as “high performing” for aortic valve surgery, heart bypass surgery, heart failure care, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) care, heart attack and stroke care. (St. Peter’s Hospital was also named Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report.) The American Heart Association recognizes Samaritan Hospital and St. Peter’s Hospital for providing excellent heart attack, heart failure, and stroke care. 
  • Trusted Experts: Our heart and vascular specialists use leading methods to prevent, diagnose, and treat cardiovascular disease. Our doctors get to know you so they can provide personalized services that meet your unique needs. We build long-term relationships with patients that, in some cases, last generations.
  • Team Approach: We take a collaborative approach to patient care. Cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and vascular surgeons work closely to plan treatments for severe and advanced heart disease. These specialists meet regularly to identify the most appropriate treatment options for each patient. 
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Our cardiologists offer a wide array of services, including diagnosing and treating arrhythmias, and performing structural heart repairs, as well as cardiac catheterizations to unblock clogged arteries. 

Our full-service heart surgery program includes experienced, board-certified surgeons utilizing minimally invasive techniques. The team is also recognized for the ability to handle medically complex cases where the patient may need a combination of traditional surgery and advanced surgical techniques. 

Our vascular surgeons have more than six decades of combined experience in treating vascular disease. The team offers minimally invasive and endovascular procedures for the entire scope of vascular disorders, including patients who have complex vascular disease. 

Cardiovascular Imaging

Our imaging facilities are accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), one of the highest heart imaging standards. Our team is highly-skilled in administering cardiac tests or performing image-guided minimally invasive procedures. 

Heart Surgery

Our cardiac surgery team is recognized among the best in New York state. We perform minimally invasive and open heart surgeries to treat a wide array of heart conditions. 

Interventional Cardiology

Our team includes cardiologists with additional training in minimally invasive techniques. These methods enable them to perform procedures through tiny incisions. Our experts do approximately 5,000 procedures per year, resulting in an exceptional level of quality.

Structural Heart Care

St. Peter’s Health Partners is among the Capital Region’s few comprehensive structural heart disease programs. Our individualized treatment plans for patients offer surgical, interventional, and hybrid intervention options, allowing us to provide the best care possible. 

Vascular Testing

Our vascular lab is accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). It offers outpatient testing, including arterial studies and pulse volume recordings to diagnose arterial and venous conditions.

Convenient Care Close to Home

We have a variety of specialty cardiovascular clinics throughout the Capital Region.

  • Our Same-Day Heart Clinic offers advanced diagnostic testing for all types of heart problems — no appointment necessary.
  • Our cardiovascular clinics provide specialized care to patients with implanted heart devices, heart failure and vascular disease.

Take the Next Step

Call 1-800-HEART-76 (1-800-432-7876) to find a heart specialist or learn more about cardiovascular care at St. Peter’s Health Partners.

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