Harton Regional Heart Center
An Accredited Chest Pain Center
How much do you really know about heart health? Find out right now.
See the numbers from the American Heart Association.
Fewer that one in 10 women perceive heart disease as a great health threat.
Expertise and compassionate care are two of the main traits of all the members of our team. When it comes to caring for your heart our expert physicians will be there for you every step of the way.
Wilburn E. George, MD
Dinesh Gupta, MD
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Heart Risks Last Beyond Hospital Discharge, Study Finds
Likelihood of death, readmission remains high for more than 30 days after heart failure, heart attack
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Get Fit in Middle Age to Cut Heart Failure Risk, Study Says
It's never too late to start, researchers find
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Fish Oil Supplements Don't Protect Against Heart Trouble: Study
They don't reduce the risk of heart attack, heart failure or death, researchers report
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U.S. Heart Failure Costs Could Skyrocket: Report
Better awareness, prevention and treatment are crucial, experts say
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Heart Scarring May Be More Dangerous Than Thought, Study Suggests
Anomaly in a cardiac pumping chamber shows up on EKG and is tied to higher heart failure rate
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Ultrasound Waves, Bone Marrow Cells Show Promise in Heart Failure Patients
But experts caution that larger studies of combined treatment are needed
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Advanced Cardiac Care
We believe the best way to handle a heart emergency is to keep one from happening. As one of the area's only Certified Chest Pain Centers, the Heart Center has an interventional heart treatment program that rivals the finest metro-area medical center's. From life-saving angioplasty and stent implantations, to our 64-slice CT, our commitment to providing quality interventional heart care is second-to-none.
The Heart Center offers an advanced cardiac catheterization laboratory with sophisticated diagnostic equipment and a group of full-time cardiologists. Heart and vascular problems are diagnosed and treated with advanced technology including cardiac catheterization, thallium scanning, peripheral angioplasty, electrocardiography, exercise EKG, 64 Slice CT Imaging, doppler vascular imaging, pulmonary functioning testing and 24-hour continuous holter monitoring.
The Heart Center has a full-service cardiac program in the area that provides both invasive and noninvasive services. We provide interventional techniques for stopping heart attacks before they can do more damage, and perform pacemaker and defibrillator implants. We also offer a full line of non-invasive cardic testing solutions including stress testing, holter monitors, EKG, and cardic CT.
When it comes to heart emergencies, every second counts. Receiving quality care soon after an attack greatly increases your chance of recovery. Fortunately, just moments away from where you live and work, Harton Regional's talented heart team and facilities are ready to provide the heart care you need.
Certified Chest Pain Center
Harton Regional is accredited for its excellence in meeting an extensive set of stringent criteria for the rapid diagnosis and treatment of chest pain symptoms.
The Society of Chest Pain Centers, a prestigious national organization promoting the rapid diagnosis and treatment of chest pain, has designated Harton Regional Medical Center’s Chest Pain Center as an accredited facility. This recognition means that our hospital meets or exceeds an extensive set of stringent criteria for treating chest pain patients.
Heart attack is the leading cause of death in the United States. While recent medical advances have reduced the damage and deadliness of heart attacks, success depends on a speedy implementation of the most advanced remedies. According to the Society of Chest Pain Centers, most people who come to the ER with chest pains are not experiencing a heart attack. Studies have shown that a small percentage of patients released from the ED have heart attacks at home. The Chest Pain Center model for ACS reduces unnecessary admissions and premature discharges. By following the Society's guidelines on personnel, equipment and systems, HRMC is optimally equipped to handle the challenge of properly diagnosing and treating patients experiencing chest pain.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death and a major cause of disability in the United States. At Harton Regional Medical Center, we provide comprehensive, technologically advanced heart care delivered by knowledgeable, experienced cardiac professionals. Our heart care specialists offer state-of-the-art heart care, from diagnosis and emergency intervention to the latest treatments, preventive education and rehabilitation.
