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

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology

Anila Veerani

Cardiovascular Disease

Assaf Tzur

Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Bashar Obeidou

Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Camilo Gomez

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology

Cesar Mendoza

Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Chaitra Mohan

Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine

Efren Buitrago

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

Hari Mallidi

Cardiac Surgery

Hector Rivera

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology

Ivan Buitrago Guevara

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine

Ivan Mendoza

Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine

Joao Braghiroli

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology

Jorge Penalver Leon

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine

Jose-Luis Velazquez-Cecena

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine

Juan Zambrano

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology

Julius Carillo

Thoracic Surgery

Rhea Sancassani

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine

Romualdo Segurola

General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Rosario Colombo

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine

Walid Ibrahim

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology

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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

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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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70-year-old professional boxer diagnosed with heart rhythm disorder saved by world’s smallest pacemaker at Jackson

The critical care unit at Jackson West immediately placed him on medication to keep his pulse at a normal level. If they didn’t regulate his heart rate, the condition could be fatal.

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Chief of Cardiac Surgery and Medical Director of the Jackson Heart Institute Recovers at Jackson Memorial Hospital After Suffering a Heart Attack

“I can’t thank my friends and colleagues at Jackson enough for saving my life.”

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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.

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