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ADVANCED HEART FAILURE
The American Heart Association estimates about 6.5 million adults in the
United States are living with heart failure. America’s silent epidemic, as
referred to by the Heart Failure Society of America, earned its name because
many people are unaware of their symptoms. Common signs of heart failure,
such as fatigue and shortness of breath, are often mistaken for signs of aging.
Early diagnosis and treatment can improve the quality and length of life for
those living with this condition.
Baylor Heart and Vascular Services at Dallas’ advanced heart failure team
is dedicated to the treatment of advanced heart failure, including transplant
cardiologists and surgeons on the medical staff, certified heart failure nurses,
transplant coordinators, dietitians, social workers, and more. Additionally,
the program offers a full spectrum of therapeutic options for heart failure
patients including post-treatment care such as cardiac rehabilitation; patient
education focused on medication, lifestyle adjustments and nutrition; and
patient and family support programs.
1st
Baylor University Medical
Center at Dallas was the
nation’s first hospital to
receive the Gold Seal
of Approval ™ from The
Joint Commission for the
Ventricular Assist Device
Program.