From heart diagnosis, treatment and recovery to cardiology research, Huntington’s state-of-the-art heart program brings heart services and the latest medical technologies together under one roof. The Helen and Will Webster Heart & Vascular Center, opened in 2021, reduced time to treatment for cardiac patients, increasing the number of patients we treat by 30 percent.
Heart & Vascular Surgery at Huntington Health
Robbin Cohen, MD, MMM
Huntington Health has recently expanded its dedicated, expert cardiac surgery program. Robbin Cohen, MD, MMM, has joined the team of Cedars-Sinai physicians at Huntington Health as director of the cardiac surgery program.
If you need a cardiologist or cardiac surgeon, follow your heart to Huntington Hospital – we look forward to welcoming you.
This development brings Cedars-Sinai’s top-ranked cardiac surgery program to patients throughout the San Gabriel Valley.
Offering a full spectrum of cardiac services – including screening and diagnostic tests, advanced medical and surgical treatments, and cardiac rehabilitation and education programs – our Webster Heart and Vascular Center provides superior care, and we do it with heart. By the numbers: we perform over 2,500 catheterizations and electrophysiology procedures, and over 74,000 non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures each year.
Our team of cardiologists and cardiac surgeons uses the most advanced technology and rigorous safety and cleaning protocols to care for you safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We also offer patient and family support and education to involve you at every step of the care journey.
The Huntington Hospital Heart and Vascular Center exceeded national standards in nine out of 10 clinical measures and has been recognized as a Center of Distinction by Blue Cross of California.
We’re extremely grateful for the support of community philanthropists who have partnered with us in creating our leading-edge heart and vascular center.
The Heart and Vascular Center at Huntington Hospital offers the following cardiac services and programs.
We provide a full range of cardiac and vascular diagnostic and interventional services to patients with coronary artery disease. Our multidisciplinary team provides an unparalleled level of care 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week. In addition, a nurse navigator provides ongoing support and educational services designed to reduce the risk of another cardiovascular event to all patients receiving cardiac procedures.
For more information, or to make a referral please call (800) 903-9233.
Our Services
We have a dedicated family waiting room and three catheterization laboratories complete with state-of-the-art technology, including digital, high-resolution radiography and a bi-plane angiographic system. Our interventional cardiology services include:
Diagnostic vascular and peripheral vascular angiography
Peripheral artery angioplasty, atherectomy, and stent placement
Carotid artery stent placement
Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR)
Endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm (EVAR)
Venous angiography, thrombectomy, and angioplasty
Treatment of varicose veins
Pulmonary artery thrombectomy
Structural heart disease treatment, including:
Valvuloplasty
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
Closure of holes in the heart, including ASD/PFO/PDA
Hemodynamic evaluation of pulmonary hypertension and vasoreactivity
Advanced heart failure treatment, including:
CardioMEMS
Implantable cardioverter difibrillator (ICD)
Bi-ventricular (BI-V ICD)
Subcutaneous ICD
Electrophysiology services
Permanent pacemaker placement
Leadless pacemaker placement
Implantable loop (arrhythmia) recorder
Electrophysiology studies and mapping of the heart
Arrhythmia management (radio frequency ablation)
The Highest Standards
We serve as a designated ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) receiving center for Los Angeles County, and consistently exceeds national standards for time-to-treatment.
We achieved a distinctive five-star rating in national quality indicators and is among the top performing heart centers in the country in heart-attack care.
Quality outcomes are benchmarked against the American College of Cardiology for all diagnostic and interventional procedures performed in the catheterization lab.
We were the first hospital in the San Gabriel Valley to utilize the newly-approved drug-eluting stent for the treatment of coronary artery disease.
We offer services designed to assist patients recovering from coronary artery disease and cardiothoracic surgical procedures. Our goal is to improve your general fitness with an emphasis on cardiac conditioning, risk factor modification, cardiac disease education, treatment, and prevention as well as health maintenance.
For more information or to get a referral please call (626)397-5627.
Your Cardiac Rehab Team
Under the supervision of a cardiologist, your cardiac rehabilitation team works together to coordinate a personalized program for each patient. Your team includes registered nurses, a registered dietitian, and a licensed clinical social worker. Registered nurses supervise all exercise sessions and are certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support techniques and exercise physiology principles. A physician is available at all times.
On Average, 94 Percent Of Patients Admitted To The Program Successfully Complete Their Wellness Plan.
Heart Wellness
Our Comprehensive Heart Wellness Program includes:
Comprehensive history and screening by registered nurses
Personalized consultation with a registered dietitian, heart-healthy nutrition counseling, diabetes education, body fat testing and cooking classes designed specifically for individuals with heart disease
Individualized exercise program to maintain lifestyle changes
Outpatient access to emotional assessment and counseling, as needed
Stress management, including individual counseling, group lectures and spouse support
Heart-to-Heart mentorship from former heart patients who are available to answer questions from a patient’s perspective
Dedicated Facilities
The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is located in the Wingate Building, with dedicated rehabilitation facilities and state-of-the-art equipment designed to assist patients in achieving the highest level of cardiac function possible. Services are provided Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Our Cardiothoracic Surgery Program offers invasive and minimally-invasive surgeries for patients with diseases of the heart, lungs, esophagus, and chest wall.
Our dedicated heart team and surgical suite are on call 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week. The cardiothoracic surgery team consists of board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons, board-certified anesthesiologists, advanced practice nurses, and technologists. Our surgeons and clinical staff offer comprehensive state-of-the-art surgical procedures, including:
Adult cardiac and thoracic surgery
Aortic stents and aortic repair
Endoscopic vein harvest
FlowTriever® for the treatment of pulmonary embolism
WATCHMAN™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure device for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib)
Support Team
The Cardiothoracic Surgery Program includes a dedicated clinical nurse specialist who provides education and training for staff providing care to cardiothoracic surgical patients postoperative and in the ICU. In addition, our team of caring clinical professionals includes a dedicated nurse practitioner with a specialization in cardiac medicine who provides education, counseling, and post-discharge coordination of care for each patient to ensure they achieve the best possible outcome.
The Cardiothoracic Surgery Program is dedicated to improving the quality of care and ensuring superior clinical outcomes for all our patients. Our surgeons and clinical staff participate in ongoing clinical trials, and several of our surgeons serve as faculty members at nationally-renowned academic institutions. In addition, Huntington Hospital participates in the STS national outcomes database program and the California CABG Outcomes Reporting Program (CCORP), contributing valuable outcomes data to the research community.
We offer the most advanced invasive and non-invasive electrophysiology diagnostic and treatment services available in the industry. A multidisciplinary team of board-certified electrophysiology cardiologists registered nurses, and technologists provide care in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with digital, high-resolution radiography, 3-D mapping technology, and a bi-plane angiographic system.
For a referral to an electrophysiology physician, please call (800) 903-9233.
Services
Electrophysiology services include:
Permanent pacemaker placement
Leadless pacemaker placement
Implantable loop (arrhythmia) recorder
Electrophysiology studies and mapping of the heart
Arrhythmia management (radio frequency ablation)
Advanced heart failure management
CardioMEMs
Implantable Cardiovertor defibrillator
Bi-ventricular (BI-V ICD)
Subcutaneous ICD
Highest Standards
We are dedicated to advancing the practice of electrophysiology and cardiac medicine and participate in several clinical research studies. The program is led by a physician with board certification in clinical cardiac electrophysiology and cardiovascular disease, and fellowship training in electrophysiology. The electrophysiology laboratory is dedicated to continuous quality improvement and participates in the National Cardiac Device Registry.
Support Services
The electrophysiology lab provides routine services Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency services are provided 24-hours-a-day, seven days per week.
Our Non-invasive Vascular Laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the diagnosis of vascular and arterial disease.
For more information, or to make a referral please call (800) 903-9233.
The lab provides a comprehensive array of services to patients requiring vascular studies, including:
Abdominal vascular studies
Carotid studies
Peripheral arterial scanning
Peripheral venous scanning
Transcranial imaging
Vein mapping
Vascular laboratory services are performed Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Same-day scheduling is available through the emergency department, and testing is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week in the inpatient vascular lab. Final reports for non-emergent patients are provided to referring physicians within 24 hours of service.
Our Emergency Department is dedicated to providing prompt intervention during a cardiac emergency. One of the most important predictors of heart attack survival is how long the patients wait to receive care. When a patient is admitted through Huntington Hospital’s emergency department, intervention begins within minutes of arrival. Patients move from the Emergency Room to our cardiac catheterization laboratory significantly faster than the national average.
We offer a full range of diagnostic services to patients experiencing heart-related problems. Our testing capabilities permit us to determine the presence and extent of cardiac diseases and disorders. In many cases, a patient’s condition can be diagnosed using exclusively non-invasive techniques.
Cardiovascular risk screening performed in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Center
Electrocardiography and all the types of echocardiography (TTE/TEE) procedures performed in non-invasive cardiology
Exercise testing as well as pharmacological stress testing, which allows us to stimulate exercise among patients who have orthopedic or other movement difficulties performed in Non-Invasive Cardiology
Non-invasive evaluation of peripheral and cerebral brain circulation performed in our Non-Invasive Vascular Laboratory Services
Comprehensive Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Services including angiography, electrophysiology procedures and peripheral arterial interventions
Heart & Vascular Resources
We know that heart disease affects our patients, and their families and friends, in many ways. We are committed to providing support and resources for you and your loved ones.
These references are shared for educational purposes. Please consult with your physician or appropriate medical provider if you have any questions regarding your health.
Visit the American Heart Association to find out more about heart disease, understand the risk factors, learn to recognize the signs of heart attack, and find information about healthy lifestyle choices.
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