As an academic health system, our cardiologists, heart specialists and heart surgeons have advanced training in heart disease, conduct research and use a team approach to manage and treat your heart condition. Plus, we are teaching and training the next generation of physicians. Our collective experience in treating thousands of people with heart disease ensures you receive the best care, close to home.
Our team is made up of nationally renowned cardiothoracic surgeons and cardiologists, all performing the full spectrum of invasive, non-invasive and surgical procedures. Using the most sophisticated equipment and techniques to diagnose, manage and treat heart and vascular disease, this collaborative team is among the most highly touted in the region.
The world's first and second AbioCor Implantable Replacement Hearts were implanted by our team. Our team is also responsible for the world's first successful heart transplant following the use of a thoracic ventricular assist device. In addition, our surgical teams were the first in Kentucky to perform open-heart surgery, heart transplant and implantation of the HeartMate II ventricular assist device. We were also the first in the state to offer transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).
The best part? UofL Health – South Hospital provides heart care services close to home so you can get the care your heart deserves.
