Your heart has the answers.
Your heart has the answers.
Seeking care can sometimes bring more questions than answers. Will it hurt? Will I be in the hospital long? Will this procedure even work? But when you listen to what matters, the solution becomes clear — Seeing one of our top heart-care specialists will be more than good for your heart.
With the most experience in Central New York, we’re proud to give you the care you need to live your best life with the least disruption. A visit to the St. Joseph’s Cardiovascular Institute is the first step on the road to a better future.
Your heart is in good hands.
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
We offer many talented specialists at the top of their field. Experts in treating rare and complex conditions, our large cardiac team performs more procedures than any other hospital in the region.
PATIENT CENTERED
We start with listening — evaluating your symptoms in order to develop the unique, effective plans needed to care for you and your heart. Every treatment is tailored to what you require.
NATIONAL RECOGNITION
We’re consistently recognized as a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in multiple cardiac-care procedures. Plus, IBM Watson deemed us a Top 50 cardiovascular hospital nationwide.
EXCELLENT OUTCOMES
When it comes to results, we deliver. We’re ranked #1 in Syracuse for our experience and outcomes with cardiac patients and procedures. Having partnerships with community care providers means that you can be referred to us from anywhere.
UNCOMPROMISED SAFETY
We made significant modifications to our facilities and protocols to protect all of our patients from COVID-19 — reaching a higher level of safety for all.
EXPERT CARE
We are the first hospital in the region to receive the prestigious Magnet® designation, recognizing our excellence in nursing and inpatient care. Our nurses treat every heart with heart.
Should you talk with your doctor about heart disease?
Your body offers multiple signs and symptoms when your heart health is at risk. Although some of them might seem minor or scary, they shouldn’t be ignored — they could signal larger issues.
Know the risk factors and symptoms of heart disease.
MEDICAL RISK FACTORS:
Diabetes mellitus
High blood pressure
Unhealthy blood-cholesterol levels
Clotting disorder, or factor V Leiden (such as frequent clotting in the legs)
Obesity
Inflammatory disease (such as lupus; rheumatoid arthritis; Crohn’s disease, or ulcerative colitis; or vasculitis)
BEHAVIORAL RISK FACTORS:
Tobacco use
A diet high in saturated fat, trans fat and/or cholesterol
Alcohol use (women more than one drink a day; men more than two drinks a day)
Cocaine or other illicit drug use
GENETIC RISK FACTORS:
Family history of sudden cardiac death
Family history of premature coronary artery disease
SYMPTOMS OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE:
Chest, arm, or back pain on exertion
Easily winded after a small amount of exertion
Unusual or profound perspiration
Chest pressure, squeezing, tightness, or heaviness
Fast or uneven heartbeat — feeling like you’ve had too much caffeine or you feel panicked
Dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain
Extreme fatigue
Swelling, especially in the legs, ankles, or feet
Leg cramps or difficulty walking
Weakness in your extremities
Always pay attention to your symptoms.
Do not ignore your chest discomfort. Call your primary-care physician for a heart-health screening. If you don’t have a primary-care physician, fill out the new-patient request form below, and our referral services will connect you with one. If you are concerned or experiencing chest pain, never hesitate to dial 911 or go to the Emergency Department of the nearest hospital. The Emergency Department is still the safest place to be if you are having a heart attack.
How to get started.
CURRENT PATIENT?
If you are already in the care of one of our physicians, please contact their office directly to reschedule. Or to schedule online via mySt.Joseph’s, click the button below.
Visit MyChartNEW PATIENT?
Our care coordinators can help find the right physician for your specific health needs. To easily submit an appointment request, click the button below.
Request an AppointmentIF THIS IS AN EMERGENCY!
If you are experiencing acute symptoms such as intense pain or difficulty walking, seek emergency care immediately: dial 911, or come directly to our Emergency Department.
Call 911Explore our specialties.
CARE FLIGHT
CARE EXACTLY WHEN YOU NEED IT.
Our Care Flight helipad helps us airlift cardiac and stroke patients straight to St. Joseph’s Health Hospital — getting access to world-class care fast enough to exponentially boost chances of favorable outcomes.
PATIENT SAFETY
SAFE AND READY CARDIAC CARE.
It can be hard to know what you’ll find when you visit a hospital. But when you visit us, you know you’ll be safe. With the guidance of public health officials, we’re constantly adapting and improving our facilities and protocols to provide the highest level of safety.
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS AND TELEHEALTH OPTIONS
WHERE YOUR HEART LONGS TO BE.
We are committed to providing top-of-the-line cardiovascular care throughout our community. We have offices throughout the region, in addition to telehealth capabilities that provide care in the comfort of your home.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
CONNECTED TO COMMUNITY.
We believe that working together leads to best health. Thanks to our partnerships with care providers throughout the community, you can be referred to us from anywhere.
ACCESS IN ONEIDA COUNTY
NOW PARTNERING WITH ROME HEALTH
We are thrilled to expand our cardiovascular care network by partnering with Rome Health. Our specialists, technicians and care teams are extending their top-of-the-line cardiac care to patients across Central New York.