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 Tyanne, heart patient

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When it comes to your heart health, it’s our top priority — heart disease is the #1 cause of death among women. Our understanding and ability to address women’s unique physiological and hormonal factors can be lifesaving in preventing, diagnosing and treating heart-related concerns.

The difference is in the details.

“[When I started seeing my cardiologist], she listened to everything that was going on, not just physically with my heart or with my health. She wanted to know more about my personal life, what was going on with my family, what was going on with my work — all of it.”

Tyanne, heart patient

Our approach to heart care:

Icon of a trophy with a heart signifies St. Peter's Hospital as the top-rated cardiac care provider in the Capital Region.

Top performance

Our award-winning Cardiology Department provides leading care.

Icon of a nurse signifies St. Peter's expert team of providers, including Magnet-award winning nursing staff.

Expert team

The area’s top doctors and nurses offer coordinated, specialized expertise.

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Convenience

We offer appointment options such as same-day walk-in clinics in and around the Capital Region.

Care you can count on.

We take your health seriously: our achievements show we’re dedicated to giving you the best-possible care.

U.S. News & World Report Aortic Valve Surgery crest for St. Peter's Hospital's high-performing recognition.

USN High-Performing*

We’re recognized for aortic valve replacement, providing our patients with quicker recoveries and outstanding outcomes.

*U.S. News & World Report

 

U.S. News & World Report Heart Failure crest for St. Peter's Hospital's high-performing treatment recognition.

USN High-Performing*

When it comes to congestive heart failure, our expert care leads to better outcomes and heart health support.

*U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report Heart Attack crest for St. Peter's Hospital's high-performing recognition.

USN High-Performing*

In a heart emergency, we excel. Our team delivers unparalleled care for heart attacks — because every second counts.

*U.S. News & World Report

 

AACVPR crest for national certification.

Certified by the AACVPR**

Our cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs are nationally certified for high-quality care and use of the best practices.

**American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation 

U.S. News & World Report Heart Bypass Surgery crest for St. Peter's Hospital's high-performing recognition.

USN High-Performing*

Our heart bypass surgery produces higher survival rates and exceptional care to ensure better blood flow and recovery.

*U.S. News & World Report

 

AACN Beacon Award for Excellence crest.

Beacon Award for Excellence

Our Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit has been awarded the Silver Level by the AACN for our nurses’ impact on outcomes.***

***American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

Dr. Jessica Saunders, an Albany Associates medical cardiologist, sits smiling flanked by a pair of female heart care nurses.

Choose a provider that’s right for you.

We’ll provide you with a team of compassionate experts ready to hear you and heal you.

Expertise at every step.


Holistic assessments

Get a full-picture evaluation that goes beyond traditional risk factors, including hormonal, genetic, lifestyle and emotional health screenings.


Personalized prevention strategies

Our individualized heart health plans are specifically tailored to you as a woman.


Comprehensive symptom recognition

Our providers are trained to identify subtle and sometimes atypical heart disease symptoms in women.


Integrated support

We offer multidisciplinary care to support every aspect of your health — such as mental health support services.

Keep your heart healthy.

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To determine your likelihood of concerns such as heart disease, please take a free risk assessment just for women.

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New patients

We’re here and ready to support you.

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Same-day appointments

Accessible care for non-life-
threatening symptoms.

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Open Monday–Friday; 8 AM—4 PM

Current patients

Keep your heart health on track.

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If this is an emergency!

If you are experiencing acute symptoms seek emergency care immediately: dial 911, or come directly to our emergency department.