BJC HealthCare works with Washington University physicians, BJC Medical Group, and providers across the region to deliver extraordinary care. We have a long and well-known tradition of excellence for cardiovascular care in the Midwest. We’ve saved thousands of lives and helped many more people achieve better heart health.
At our hospitals you'll find:
Regional and national leaders: Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital have received national recognition from U.S. News & World Report. We stand out for our expertise in cardiology and heart surgery as well as heart attack and heart failure care.
Specialized expertise: Heart specialists from several teams work together to plan your care. With experts in cardiology, heart surgery, interventional cardiology and electrophysiology, all the care you need is in one place.
Focus on prevention and early diagnosis: Our heart doctors focus on detecting cardiovascular problems as early as possible. We offer robust services for heart disease prevention and advanced diagnostic testing. We make a care plan tailored to your needs if you are at risk for heart complications.
Convenient care: We have skilled heart doctors at locations throughout St. Louis and the surrounding areas. We make high-quality care convenient and accessible wherever you live in the region.
Range of treatments: We excel in both open and minimally invasive surgeries. We can treat many cardiovascular conditions, such as valve disease or blocked arteries, using catheters (thin, flexible tubes). You can recover faster, with less downtime and pain. Our surgeons also routinely perform major open-heart surgeries for complex heart conditions.
Our physicians specialize in a range of medical and surgical treatments for cardiovascular conditions. We tailor care to your needs, from diagnosis through treatment and recovery.
Tom’s heart surgery story
Minimally invasive heart surgery helped Tom return to the basketball court after having a heart attack.
Our cardiovascular specialists are qualified to care for any condition affecting your heart. We offer support, guidance and expertise whether you need routine preventive care or a complex procedure.
- Adult congenital heart diseaseSome people have structural heart problems from birth. These diseases can affect your heart's blood vessels, valves or chambers.
- AneurysmAn aneurysm is a weakened section of an artery wall. Aneurysms can rupture (burst) and lead to a stroke or death.
- Aortic diseasesAortic diseases, such as aneurysms or aortic valve stenosis, affect the main blood vessel that carries blood from your heart to your body.
- Atrial fibrillationAtrial fibrillation, or A-fib, means your heart rate is irregular and too fast. It can lead to a stroke, blood clots and other problems.
- BradycardiaBradycardia is a heart rhythm disorder where your heart beats too slowly (fewer than 60 beats per minute). It may cause fatigue or shortness of breath.
- Brugada SyndromeBrugada syndrome is a rare genetic condition that causes an irregular heartbeat. It's a dangerous condition that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest.
- Carotid artery diseaseCarotid artery disease develops when plaque builds up in the blood vessels that supply blood to your brain. It can lead to a stroke.
- Coronary artery diseaseCoronary artery disease develops when plaque builds up in the blood vessels that supply blood to your heart. It can lead to a heart attack.
- Deep venous diseaseThese diseases usually affect leg veins. Deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins) and varicose veins (bulging leg veins) are common.
- Heart attackA heart attack, or myocardial infarction, occurs when a blood vessel blockage prevents blood from reaching your heart muscle.
- Heart diseaseHeart disease describes a range of issues affecting your heart. We care for narrowed blood vessels, arrhythmias, heart valve diseases and others.
- Heart failureYour heart can’t pump enough blood to meet your body’s needs for oxygen. Heart failure symptoms may include fatigue and shortness of breath.
- Heart rhythm disordersA heart rhythm disorder, or arrhythmia, means your heart beats too fast, too slow or has an abnormal pattern.
- Heart valve diseaseHeart valve disease describes a problem with one or more of the four valves in your heart. Your heart has to work harder to pump blood.
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathyHypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a thickened heart muscle. Over time, your heart can't pump enough blood to meet your body's needs.
- Long QT syndromeLong QT syndrome is a heart rhythm disorder that affects your heart's electrical system. Your heart takes too long to recharge between beats.
- Peripheral artery diseasePeripheral artery disease is plaque buildup in the blood vessels that supply blood to your legs. It can lead to leg pain or cramps.
- Pulmonary embolismA pulmonary embolism (PE) is a blood clot (usually from your leg) that travels to your lungs. A PE can cause sudden cardiac arrest or death.
- TachycardiaTachycardia is a heart rhythm disorder where your heart beats too fast (more than 100 beats per minute). It may cause fainting or palpitations.
- Vascular diseaseVascular disease affects blood vessels anywhere in your body. Examples include blood clots, aneurysms and peripheral artery disease.
From routine care to the most advanced treatments, we are nearby to cover your every health need. Find expert, compassionate care to help you live your healthiest life at every stage at convenient locations throughout Missouri and Illinois.
Alton Memorial Hospital
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital
BJC Outpatient Center at Chesterfield
BJC Outpatient Center at Edwardsville
Christian Hospital
Memorial Hospital Belleville
Memorial Hospital Shiloh
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital
Parkland Health Center
Progress West Hospital
Schedule your appointment
Call (314) 362-9355 or (800) 392-0936 to schedule your appointment with a specialist.