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Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Shipley Cardiothoracic Surgery Center

Heart and lung surgery led by Florida's most experienced cardiovascular surgeons

Cardiothoracic Surgery Services

Working to usher in a new era of cardiac care, Lee Health's award-winning cardiothoracic surgeons perform surgical treatments of the heart, circulatory system, and lungs - including heart disease, lung disease, and aneurysms - while helping to ensure faster recovery times. Our expert staff joins forces with you every day to redefine care before, during, and after surgery.

Florida's Premier Location for Cardiothoracic Surgery

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!

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We invite you to learn more about the comprehensive cardiothracic surgery program at Shipley.

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Meet Shipley's Cardiothoracic Surgery Team

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 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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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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