Cardiovascular Services

The Largest Heart Program in Southwest Florida

An alliance with Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute, the nation’s leader in heart care. Lee Health is raising our level of heart care even higher – while earning the reputation as the region’s most trusted cardiovascular team. Your team.

At Lee Health, you have everything you need to take care of your heart health. Our expert cardiovascular team is the largest and most experienced in Southwest Florida. No matter where you are in your health care journey, our experts are alongside you every step of the way. Lee Health Heart Institute includes primary and specialty care, nationally ranked hospitals, Shipley Cardiothoracic Center, cardiac rehabilitation and more—all in a safe and comforting environment. We’re ready to help you stay active, engaged and prepared to enjoy the important things in life.

HealthPark Medical Center has been recognized as a PINC AI™ I Fortune 50 Top Cardiology Hospital™ in the country - and 1 of only 4 hospitals recognized in the state of Florida. Lee Health has a strategic alliance with Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute, which has been ranked No. 1 for cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report since 1995. Cleveland Clinic, one of the most trusted names in healthcare in the U.S., elevates medical care in Southwest Florida by opening up possibilities for future collaboration, programs and activities that will enhance the exceptional service Lee Health already provides to our patients.

For more information on Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute, visit www.ClevelandClinic.org/heart.

Our Cardiac Locations. Your Care.

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Lee Health Heart- Everyone in your Corner

Hi, I’m Tammy, and these are my heart people.

Dr. Vatthyam, he’s a cardiologist. One of the best. Michelle and Pam, they’re amazing nurses.

Toni, she does high-tech heart imaging.

Dr. DiGiorgi and his team, they handle the most complicated heart surgeries.

And this is Matt. My husband. They saved his life

Lee Health’s HealthPark Medical Center has again been named one of the country’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals, joining some of the most elite hospitals in the country that provide top-tier heart care. Learn more here!

Lee Health Hospital Named Among Nation’s Top 50 Hospitals for Heart Care

Lee Health Heart Care Services

The cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons at Lee Health work together to provide quality, comprehensive care while spearheading cutting-edge research and advancing new surgical techniques. Learn more about our Heart Care services here!

Cardiology

Highly trained experts keeping your heart healthy by preventing, evaluating, and treating a wide variety of cardiovascular conditions.
Cardiothoracic Surgery

A revolutionary approach to treating diseases within the chest and performing heart and lung surgery.

Learn More About Shipley Cardiothoracic Center

Shipley Cardiothoracic Center

Our cutting-edge facility and award-winning surgeons manage heart and lung diseases using the latest technology, taking advantage of research trends and making a personal connection with patients.

Find a Lee Health Heart Care Physician

Lee Health knows how important it is to find a provider who makes you feel comfortable as well as one who is conveniently located. View our physicians profiles and make an appointment with a provider!

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The Commitment to Our Community

No matter where you are in your care journey – diagnosis, treatment, recovery, rehabilitation, Lee Health Heart has everything you need. With a strong commitment to our community, there is no need to go elsewhere for care.

Heart Tests

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Hospital Care

Cardio-Oncology

Patient Experience

Specialized Clinics

Heart Care Transition Clinic

This clinic specializes in cardiac patients recently discharged from the hospital who need to receive follow-up medical care. The Lee Health Heart and Vascular Institute Heart Care Transition team is located in Fort Myers and Cape Coral.

Rapid Diuresis Clinic

This clinic is an outpatient treatment option for cardiac patients with heart failure or volume overload. Lee Health is here to help the community in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Estero, and Bonita Springs.

Heart Valve Center

The Heart Valve Center is the first of its kind in SWFL bringing together the expertise of the Shipley Cardiothoracic surgeons and cardiologists to provide traditional, minimally invasive and transcatheter treatment for valve disease. The highlight of the valve center is the weekly conference where a multidisciplinary panel of experts come together to make recommendations for the management of a patient’s valve disease.