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Cardiology

4.8 out of 5 stars (12937 ratings, 5687 comments)

Keeping your heart healthy by preventing, evaluating, and treating cardiovascular diseases

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.

Lee Health Heart Institute

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 whose heart program is nationally ranked. 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.

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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!

Award-Winning Cardiology Services

Your heart works hard, beating an average of 100,000 times a day. That means heart issues can be frightening, life-altering experiences. Our team uses a variety of invasive and non-invasive techniques, backed by the latest technology, to help you heal when seconds count. And since your cardiac health is essential to staying active and happy, we will help you face down challenges and instill long-term healthy habits. Lee Health provides comprehensive treatment options for a wide variety of conditions.

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Navigating Cardiac Health Through Advanced Imaging Services

We provide the latest cardiac imaging services that make use of AI algorithms and cutting-edge technology to deliver precise diagnostics for cardiac care.

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    Cardiac Imaging

    Lee Health Heart Institute offers advanced cardiac services that utilize cutting-edge AI imaging technology. Our expert team provides accurate and efficient diagnostic evaluations for comprehensive cardiac care. Contact us today!

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Lee Health: Advancing in Technology

Lee Health Cardiac Specialists use cutting edge technology and innovation, to ensure that they offer the most advance and least invasive treatment options available for you.

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    Non Surgical Solutions - The WATCHMAN™ Implant

    Supporting non-surgical treatments and alternative procedures to restore health inside and out. The Watchman Procedure helps break the connection between atrial fibrillation and stroke. Visit HealthPark Medical Center in Fort Myers Florida for The Watchman Implant.

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    Robotic Surgery at Lee Health

    Robotic-assisted surgery enables your surgeon to operate with enhanced precision and control.

Frequently Asked Questions Related to Cardiac Care at Lee Health

Any time you have a significant heart or related condition, you may require the attention of a cardiologist. Their skills and training are required for decisions about heart catheterization, balloon angioplasty, heart surgery and other procedures.

Your cardiologist will review your medical history and perform a physical examination which may include checking your blood pressure, weight, heart, lungs and blood vessels. While some problems may be diagnosed from this examination, your cardiologist may order an ECG, x-ray or blood tests. In addition, an ambulatory ECG, echocardiogram, exercise test, heart catheterization and/or nuclear imaging may be required.

Interventional cardiologists have additional training that allow them to perform "interventions," meaning they can insert stents, perform angioplasty and other similar procedures.

At each stage of their training, these specialists must pass rigorous exams that test their knowledge and judgment, as well as their ability to provide superior care.

Cardiologists, pediatric cardiologists and cardiac surgeons must first become board-certified in their primary specialty (internal medicine, pediatrics and surgery respectively), and then certified in their subspecialty (cardiology, pediatric cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery respectively).

If your cardiology specialist adds F.A.C.C. — Fellow of the American College of Cardiology — to his or her name, it is a sign of significant accomplishment and commitment to a profession, a specialty, and to the provision of the best health care for the patient.

Election to ACC membership is based on training, specialty board certification, scientific and professional accomplishments, length of active participation in a cardiovascular-related field, and peer recognition. Members are expected to conform to high moral and ethical standards.

If your general doctor or cardiologist feels that surgery may be the best treatment for your heart condition and medication alone will not be enough, then you will be referred to a cardiac surgeon for further evaluation. The surgeon will review your medical records and tests, especially the heart catheterization results, if bypass, cardiac valve or heart surgery for a congenital defect is being considered. The cardiac surgeon will then discuss your case with you and your doctors, to give further advice about the risks and benefits of surgery.

Cardiac surgeons perform many operations in our hospitals, including - coronary artery bypass, heart rhythm surgery, valve replacement or repairs, and repairs of complex heart problems present from birth (congenital heart disease). They also are qualified to operate on organs other than the heart, such as the lungs, esophagus and blood vessels.

Heart Health at Lee Health

Lee Health Heart Institute

The Largest Heart Program in Southwest Florida

At Lee Health, you have everything you need to take care of your heart health. No matter where you are in your health care journey, our experts are alongside you every step of the way. We’re ready to help you stay active, engaged and prepared to enjoy the important things in life.

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Your Trusted Partner Throughout Your Cardiac Care Journey

Lee Health offers compassionate care at every stage of your cardiac treatment journey.

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4.8 out of 5 (12937 ratings, 5687 comments)

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Nurse Frances kind & professional. Naomi especially helpful setting up appt. Dr Sudaran exceptional, thorough, very impressed!

  • Oct 23, 2024

    The dr is awsome

  • Oct 23, 2024

    The doctor was great.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Dr. Hughes was excellent

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Gabriel and Barbara made us feel so comfortable and made the visit pleasant.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Barbara was excellent, listen to my problems gave me solutions to solve them, with friendly and very knowledgeable.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Asorian was very comfortable with us. We both come from the same area of Pennsylvania. During the visit she also checked my lungs.I had been having coughing fits that lasted several minutes.My lungs sounded normal. I would tell other patients that she has a wa rm way of way of treating patients.This leads to confidence in the practioner.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Dr. Soueid is an outstanding individual who compassionately cares about his patients. He is clear with his evaluation to a point of ensuring his patients have a deep understanding of their diagnosis. He exemplifies the strengths every doctor should possess. I look forward to a return visit with Dr. Soueid.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    The doctor and staff were very polite and professional . I wish every doctor would give the time and concern to their patients. A+

  • Oct 23, 2024

    I was thoroughly impressed by the entire team.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Very well organized

  • Oct 23, 2024

    He found and reviewed my recent bloodwork with my primary physician. Very personable.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Douglas was very professional and knowledgeable and cognizant of all my conditions

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Great experience and people.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Ted, the medical assistant is a great guy. So personable. Always enjoy talking with him at my visits.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Joan the MA was excellent. She always remembers me and my medical and personal history and makes me feel welcome as a patient. Dr Journigan is fantastic. I am a retired ER RN so I appreciate that she will explain my treatment and options to me in terms at are appropriate to my medical experience. Also, she never seems rushed and seems to really care about my concerns, always taking the time necessary to discuss and answer my questions. In addition, most physicians seem to only recommend one treatment plan, but Dr Journigan always gives me options and explains the pro's and con's of each one and lets me make the final decision. As a provider Dr Journigan is 10/10. Highly recommended!

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Ted was very friendly and calming.

  • Oct 23, 2024

    Doctor Journigan was excellent.

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  • Oct 23, 2024

    Carlaa Whitt, Gabriel and the front desk staff. I am very concerned about the lack of enough handicap spots especially since this is a cardiac unit and caters to many senior citizens haviing to walk a very long distance in the heat. This should be addressed im mediately!

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