Comprehensive Cardiology Care in South Florida

Our experienced cardiologists and cardiac surgeons provide care at every step of the way for all patients, from newborns to adults.

Jackson Heart Institute is home to the most comprehensive and diverse cardiology program in South Florida.

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Our Cardiology Team

Our experienced cardiologists and cardiac surgeons work closely together to diagnose, treat, and manage cardiac conditions for patients of all ages.

Alexandre Ferreira

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Anila Veerani

Cardiovascular Disease

Assaf Tzur

Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Bashar Obeidou

Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Camilo A Gomez

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Cesar Mendoza

Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Chaitra Mohan

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Efren Buitrago

Vascular Surgery, General Surgery, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Surgery

Hector F Rivera

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Ivan Buitrago Guevara

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease

Ivan Mendoza

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Joao F Braghiroli

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Jorge L Penalver Leon

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease

Jose-Luis E Velazquez-Cecena

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease

Juan P Zambrano

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Julius A Carillo

Thoracic Surgery

Rhea Sancassani

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease

Romualdo Segurola

Surgical Critical Care, General Surgery, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery

Rosario A Colombo

Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease

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Cardiology Services

As South Florida’s most comprehensive cardiology program, we provide care and support to patients and families at every step of the journey, from routine cardiology care to complex cardiac surgeries.

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Cardiac Care

Get you routine check-ups and access to the leaders in cardiac care in South Florida.
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Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology

Our multidisciplinary team uses advanced technology to treat heart problems with minimally invasive procedures.
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Cardiothoracic Surgery

Our experienced surgeons treat serious problems of the lungs and chest.
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Congenital Heart Treatment

We provide expert care for structural problems of the heart.
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Coronary Artery Surgery

Our skilled surgical team performs this life-saving procedure every day.
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Heart Failure and Transplantation Program

We save lives by implanting new organs and ventricular assist devices.
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Heart Valve Surgery

Our expert surgical team uses the latest techniques to repair critical valves and save lives.
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Surgical Cardiac Ablation

We can correct dangerous, irregular heartbeats.
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Transcatheter Valve Procedures

Jackson is one of the few heart centers in South Florida to perform these specialized surgeries.
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Vascular and Endovascular Surgery

Our specialists skillfully treat problems of the veins and arteries.

Learn Your Heart Age

Determine your risk for heart disease.

Take our free online test today to determine if you may be at risk for heart disease. Simply answer a few questions regarding your family history of heart disease, overall health, and lifestyle.

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Dr. Segurola sitting behind a desk, he is smiling, he wears a white coat, a blue dress shirt, a purple tie, and has on glasses

Meet Dr. Romualdo Segurola

Chief of Cardiac Surgery

Chief of Cardiac Surgery, Dr. Romualdo Segurola, discusses the Jackson Health System difference and how they are at the cutting edge of heart procedures and programs. Minimally invasive heart surgery makes for faster recovery times for each patient. Learn more about Dr. Segurola’s work.

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Patient Stories

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Man who Suffered Deadly Cardiac Arrest Brought Back to Life by Emergency Medical Team at Jackson South

Darrell Philpot considers himself a healthy person by nature. He served 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, runs daily, participates in cycling marathons, follows a strict diet, and is consistent with his yearly physicals and check-ups.

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St. Croix Doctor Who Suffers Heart Attack Is Airlifted to Miami for a Lifesaving Surgery by Jackson Cardiac Team

Lloyd Henry, MD, has spent decades saving lives as a general surgeon at Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. At age 84, he had lived a healthy life with no prior medical concerns.

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Patients with End-Stage Heart Failure Survive and Thrive with the LVAD Option

For a few months, Juan felt some discomfort in his stomach. To ease the pain, he’d drink water and feel better. The 63-year-old postal worker never suspected his stomach issues were a sign of heart failure. Then, he suffered a massive heart attack at home.

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