Heart and Vascular

Heart problems can be scary. From controlling high blood pressure to treating irregular heartbeats, we’re here to help. 

We have over 80 specialists who are experts in various areas of the heart and vascular system, including:

• General cardiology
• Radiology
• Cardiac anesthesiology
• Heart surgery
• Vascular surgery

Using the latest technology, we can diagnose and manage common to complex heart and vascular conditions. And we can increasingly avoid large surgical incisions should you need surgery. 

What to expect during your first visit

During your first visit, a health care provider will do a thorough evaluation of your physical condition and medical history.  

They will order any testing needed to further evaluate your condition

You can plan to leave with a detailed treatment plan that will outline the next steps we’ll take together. 

Why you should choose Nebraska Medicine

Our specialists perform high volumes of cardiac procedures. Thanks to this depth of experience and expertise, they can perform some of the most complex and high risk procedures in the region.

They work closely with the experts at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) to offer cutting-edge innovative surgical solutions.

We are the only:

• Heart and lung transplant center in Nebraska. We perform over 40 heart transplants and 10 lung transplants a year
• Dually accredited congenital heart program in partnership with Children’s Hospital and Medical Center

And we are one of the largest ventricular assist device programs in the nation, implanting over 60 devices every year.