Inova Heart Rhythm Disorders Services offers the most comprehensive program in the region with a unique collaboration between electrophysiologists, interventional cardiologists, and cardiac surgeons working together to develop the most appropriate treatment plan for patients. Select a location from the blue menu under "Heart Rhythm Disorders Services Locations" to see a preview. Click "See Location Details" to meet the physicians who practice at that location.

A heart transplant is a surgical procedure in which a heart surgeon replaces a patient's diseased heart with a healthy heart from a donor. Heart transplantation is a widely accepted therapy for patients with end-stage heart failure, particularly with the help of immunosuppressive drugs and ever-improving surgical techniques. Generally, patients considered for a heart transplant have already tried other treatments and may have been hospitalized more than once for heart failure.

The prospect of having a heart transplant can be intimidating and overwhelming for patients and their loved ones. Regardless of where you are in the transplant process, you don't need to face your concerns and anxiety alone. Our dedicated transplant team recognizes the unique needs of transplant patients and works with you to coordinate every facet of the transplant procedure. Inova has performed heart transplants for more than three decades now.

Transplantation is an unsettling experience for patients and their families. Regardless of where you are in the transplant process, you don't have to face your concerns or anxiety alone. Our dedicated transplant team recognizes the special needs of transplant patients and understands that living with a transplant can affect your lifestyle in many ways. We are committed to helping patients resume many of their former activities and encourage patients to maximize their quality of life. With these goals in mind, we provide a wide range of support services to patients and their families.

Referral Process Patients may be referred to the Inova Heart Transplant Program by their primary care physician, cardiologist, insurance/case manager, or refer themselves via fax, email or telephone. For telephone referrals, please email/fax the pertinent patient records. New Patients: Call our outreach patient access coordinator, Andrea Grajeda, at 703-776-6453 during business hours to set up your initial appointment. You may also send an email to andrea.grajeda@inova.org.

Please review this section in detail to learn more about what to expect before your heart transplant. Step 1: Initial Assesment Once our team reviews patient information, we invite eligible patients to the IHVI Transplant Center for further evaluation. Family members are strongly encouraged to attend.

Inova Cardiology Services Inova Cardiology Services comprises an elite team of board-certified cardiologists providing the highest level of comprehensive care to help you achieve heart and vascular wellness. Our world-class physicians provide high-quality care based on a wealth of experience using the most advanced diagnostic procedures and treatments. Inova Cardiology physicians create customized care plans for each patient’s unique needs to deliver highly personalized care to help you achieve improved heart and overall health.

Interventional Cardiology Services Interventional cardiology is a subspecialty of cardiology focused on diagnosing and fixing problems with blood vessel supply to the heart through minimally invasive cardiac catheterization techniques performed by interventional cardiologists. Some heart disease treatments also use cardiac catheterization, such as balloon angioplasty (opens blocked arteries), balloon valvuloplasty (widens a stiff or narrowed heart valve), and coronary stenting (holds open previously blocked arteries).