Expert and Compassionate Heart Care
At AdventHealth Kissimmee, we work in unison with the world-renowned AdventHealth Heart, Lung and Vascular Institute to provide one of the top-rated cardiac care programs in the entire nation. With experienced cardiologists and other specialists, as well as state-of-the-art facilities, we offer our Osceola County community the utmost in heart care — from heart health assessments to heart disease treatments and more.
Heart Care You Can Count On
We’re here to take care of your cardiovascular system so you can keep putting your whole heart into everything you do.
We’re here to help you find the right physician or a location that’s convenient for you.
Comprehensive Heart Care Just a Click Away
The cardiac care team at AdventHealth Kissimmee is backed by the world-renowned AdventHealth Heart, Lung and Vascular Institute. This assures that you have direct access to some of the most advanced, treatment options available and one of America’s most experienced cardiac hospitals.
Lifesaving Heart Care, Right Here in Kissimmee
When you or someone you love is having a heart attack, every second counts. A blocked artery can quickly damage the heart muscle, which is why fast, expert care is so important.
At AdventHealth Kissimmee, our cardiac catheterization lab is prepared to treat emergency heart attacks with advanced, minimally invasive procedures that reopen blocked arteries and restore healthy blood flow. Our goal is simple: protect your heart, ease your fear and help you return to the life you love.
As a faith-based hospital focused on whole-person care, we care for more than your heart — we care for you.
What Is PCI?
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a minimally invasive procedure used to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. It does not require open-heart surgery. Instead, your cardiologist uses a small catheter inserted through an artery to reach the heart and treat the blockage.
The exact treatment depends on your condition, and our team will talk with you and your loved ones about the safest and most effective approach.
PCI may include:
Balloon Angioplasty
A small balloon is guided through a thin tube (catheter) to the blocked area. The balloon gently inflates to widen the artery and restore blood flow. This helps the artery return to a more normal size.
Stent Placement
In many cases, your cardiologist places a small mesh tube called a stent in the artery. The stent helps keep the blood vessel open. Many stents are coated with medication to reduce the chance of the artery narrowing again.
Safer Access, Faster Recovery
Cardiac catheterization procedures require access to your arteries so your care team can identify and treat blockages. In the past, this was typically done through an artery in the groin.
Today, many procedures can be performed through the radial artery in the wrist. This approach often allows:
- Faster recovery and earlier walking after the procedure
- Greater comfort
- Lower risk of bleeding
Your cardiologist will determine the safest and most effective access point for you and clearly explain your options, benefits and risks.
Care You Can Trust
More than one million cardiac catheterizations are performed each year in the United States. At AdventHealth Kissimmee, your care is delivered by an experienced cardiac team and supported by:
- Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology
- Connection to the broader AdventHealth cardiac network
- A faith-based commitment to compassionate, whole-person care
We are proud to bring this level of heart care to our Kissimmee community, so you don’t have to travel far for lifesaving treatment.
If you’re experiencing symptoms of a heart attack — such as chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea or discomfort in the arms, neck or jaw — call 911 immediately.
Heart Treatments and Services We Offer
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Calcium Scoring
A non-invasive test that measures the amount of calcified plaque in the coronary arteries.
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Cardiac CT Angiography
An exam that uses advanced CT technology and intravenous dye to create 3D pictures of the moving heart and great vessels.
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Cardiovascular Ultrasound
A procedure that uses sound waves to examine the blood flow through the heart, and arteries in the neck, arms, or legs
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Diagnostic Cath Lab
A thin, hollow tube called a catheter is inserted into the heart to determine how well the heart is functioning
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
A painless test that records the electrical signals in your heart through sensors that are attached to your chest
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Loop Recorder Implants
A heart-monitoring device that is implanted in the chest and continuously records the rhythm of the heart for up to three years
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Nuclear Cardiac Testing
Noninvasive techniques to assess myocardial blood flow, evaluate the pumping function of the heart as well as visualize the size and location of a heart attack
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Pacemaker Implants
A heart surgery to insert a device that stimulates the heart muscle and regulates its contractions
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Stress Tests
As you exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike , a doctor monitors your blood pressure and heart rhythm
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Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)
A more detailed ultrasound test that is administered through the mouth and throat to see better live pictures of the heart and its blood vessels
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Vascular Disease Care
We’re putting our experience to work for you. We perform more vascular surgeries than any hospital system in the nation, including procedures for carotid disease and refractory hypertension
Evaluating Your Heart Disease Risk
This confidential assessment can help give you a better idea of your heart disease risk if you’re over age 20 and don’t have heart disease or diabetes currently. While it can’t replace an evaluation by a medical professional, it’s a good starting point to better understand your heart health and get the best possible care.
Expert, Whole-Hearted Care For Your Whole Life
Breaking down barriers to better heart health. That’s what multidisciplinary care means to us. Our team can connect you to the local nutrition, exercise, and surgical experts who can help you feel better and feel whole as you continue your journey to wellness. From helping with medication management to supporting your rehabilitation progress, our approach to care is simple: We’re here to help you get from where you are now to where you want to be.