Inova Heart and Vascular Institute (IHVI) is a nationally recognized leader in providing the latest cardiovascular care innovations, with exceptional patient outcomes. We consistently rank among the country's best hospitals and care providers for excellence, innovation, quality, and safety. Awards for Excellence in Cardiovascular Care American College of Cardiology The American College of Cardiology is the most trusted source for outcomes-based quality metrics related to the care of cardiac patients. Proven Quality Program: Inova is recognized as one of the top health systems in the U.S.

Inova Heart and Vascular physicians are active in the academic world of cardiac, vascular and pulmonary research. We are consistently on the shortlist of U.S. hospitals selected to study the latest advances in heart disease treatments, including trials for atrial fibrillation and heart valve disease. We are dedicated to staying on the leading edge of new methods to diagnose and treat various conditions. . Heart clinical trials are conducted by attending physicians on staff at Inova Heart and Vascular Institute.

Specialty Programs and Services Our comprehensive range of world-class cardiac and vascular care is easily accessible via our five suburban hospital locations, an extensive network of physician offices, and diagnostic service locations across Northern Virginia. All are seamlessly interconnected to provide you consistent, high-quality care – no matter where you go. Inova AFib Center Streamlined evaluations with medical providers from six specialties – in one visit, followed by comprehensive, team-based care.

Cardiac and Respiratory Failure Program Inova's Cardiac and Respiratory Failure Program treats an average of 140 critically ill children and adults each year, equating to a total of nearly 110,000 hours of support since the program's inception through the end of 2020. We activate specialized response teams to provide timely decision-making and interventions crucial to survival when a patient is in cardiac or respiratory failure.

Contact Us or Refer a Patient One Call 24/7 - Cardiac and Vascular Access – For Physician Activation and Use Only Please call our adult and pediatric 24/7 One Call access lines for direct admission, transfers and specialized transports. Adult Patients: 703-776-5905 Neonatal or Pediatric Patients: 877-900-9543 Transport of patients on ECMO is available. Cardiogenic Shock Team – For Physician Activation and Use Only Doctors at any of our Inova hospital and referring hospitals can activate the Shock Team with a single call.

Cardiac Diagnostic Testing and Imaging Cardiac diagnostic testing and imaging uses advanced technologies to provide insight into your heart and blood vessels and help your doctor make a diagnosis or rule out problems. All studies require a referral from your cardiologist or primary care physician. You may be referred for one or more diagnostic exams.

Abdominal Vascular Ultrasound An abdominal vascular ultrasound is a diagnostic test that uses high-frequency sound waves to evaluate the aorta, the main artery in the abdomen, and other arteries that deliver blood to the major organs in the body. Learn More: Visit our online health library for information about conditions that may require an abdominal vascular ultrasound. Mesenteric Ischemia Renal Vascular Disease Before Your Procedure Expand Content Please arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time.

Angiography/Arteriography Angiography, also known as arteriography, is a diagnostic imaging technique used to examine the arteries for narrowing or blockage of the vessels and other potential problems. Each angiogram is tailored to the individual patient and organs of concern – for example, legs for peripheral arterial disease, kidneys for hypertension or the heart for cardiac disease. Why might I need an angiogram?

Cardiac CT Cardiac CT is a heart-imaging procedure that uses a powerful and specialized X-ray machine with a computer to create 3-D pictures of the heart's anatomy, coronary circulation, and vessels. It can also determine how much calcium is in the heart’s arteries, as calcium is a marker for coronary artery disease. Inova offers a few different types of CT Scans. Your specialist will recommend the type you need.

Cardiac Monitors Several different types of cardiac monitors are helpful in diagnosing heart conditions, especially rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation. Cardiac Event Monitor Expand Content Event monitors are portable monitors that record your heart's electrical activity and assess abnormal heart rhythms. They are helpful when symptoms are infrequent and need monitoring, up to 30 days. Monitors are attached to the chest using a sticky patch that allows you to continue your normal activities.