The Hypertension Clinic is a specialized outpatient cardiac clinic for the care of patients with high blood pressure.
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Details The Hypertension Education Group is free and open to all patients and their partners. The meetings provide the opportunity to ask questions from clinicians and meet and interact in an informal setting. Many sessions feature guest speakers on a variety of topics specifically related to...
Myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI) is a test used to assess the flow of blood to the heart muscle in patients with suspected or existing coronary artery disease, the most common form of heart disease. A sophisticated Canadian technology is expected to significantly enhance access to positron...
Before you go for your implant, the doctor will come and meet you in the Day Unit. This will be a good time to ask any questions you may have. Once you are in the Day Unit, the final preparations for your procedure will start. You will change into a hospital gown. You may have a small intravenous...
You have been recommended to have an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) to treat your heart rhythm problem. The purpose of this guide is to help you and your family prepare for this procedure and for your recovery at home.
An implantable loop recorder (ILR) is a small device that is placed under the skin of the chest to continuously monitor your heart's rhythm. The device is used to detect abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) that may cause symptoms, such as fainting, dizziness, or palpitations. It can help doctors diagnose heart conditions that they may not detect with routine tests like electrocardiograms (ECG) or Holter monitors.
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is here to support you. We care about you, your health, your safety, and your heart. Please don’t ignore your symptoms. A delay in seeking care could have a lasting impact on the outcome of your treatment. Please note: Hospital staff are taking every...
Please note the following before coming to the Heart Institute for a visit: Pandemic Visitation Policy: What to know when visiting a patient during the pandemic As of Monday, March 16, 2020, the University of Ottawa Heart Institute is restricting all visitors in relation to COVID-19. This effort is...
Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are used for a variety of indications, but in all cases, their function is the same—to deliver an electrical shock to the heart when they detect an erratic heart rhythm, known as a ventricular arrhythmia. An ICD is surgically implanted, as the name...
On August 24, 2011, Dr. Robert Roberts, Heart Institute President and CEO, welcomed the Government of Ontario’s commitment to fund detailed plans, renovations and the construction of a new building extension that provides five storeys of additional space to the Heart Institute. The extension will...
A selection of recent news items featuring the Heart Institute and its experts.
The CFI/MRI funded In Vivo Cardiac Surgery Core Facility provides shared access to state of the art in vivo surgery. The intent of this core facility is to provide investigators the means of leveraging these skills “on demand” rather than having to hire, train and retain their own in-house surgeons...
The Women@Heart In-patient Support Program is a peer-to-peer support opportunity in the hospital for women recently diagnosed with heart disease. After being diagnosed with heart disease, many women experience feelings of isolation and depression.
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute as part of its institutional culture recognizes and respects the intrinsic worth, inherent dignity and unique attributes of each person. The Heart Institute believes that inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility must be hallmarks of our culture. The...
Quiz Question: What is the name of the Centre for Aboriginal Health that is located in Ottawa? Please email your name, department and answer to the following question to the Quality, Risk & Privacy Department at @email. Optional For more information, see the webinars offered in the...
The following are infection and hand hygiene compliance rates at the Heart Institute for the last twelve months or, for newer items, the available reporting periods.
Infective endocarditis is an infection of the inner lining of the heart and its valves. The infection is caused by microorganisms (bacteria or fungi) that can enter the bloodstream from another part of your body, such as through the mucous membranes of the mouth or through an open wound.
Risks and symptoms of heart disease in women
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) will host Epic MyChart Information Sessions for patients. Details below: Thursday, January 16, 2020 2 to 3 p.m. UOHI, 40 Ruskin Street, East Foustanellas (second floor, room number H-2368). Wednesday, January 29, 2020 4 to 5 p.m. UOHI, 40 Ruskin Street...
Overview The Inherited Arrhythmia Clinic provides expertise in the diagnosis and management of inherited cardiac conditions. Services include expert clinical evaluation, cardiac testing, genetic counselling and genetic testing. The goal of the clinic is to accurately identify hereditary heart...