Blood tests, radiographs of the chest and assessment of heart function are done in the hospital before the procedure. The doctor explains the procedure and obtains consent. This consent is required before the procedure can be performed. You will be taken to the operating room. You will be placed...
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The Beat’s editorial team hopped a train to Montreal last week to cover the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress (CCC), the largest gathering of cardiovascular and allied healthcare professionals in the country. We met with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, researchers, nurses and other...
This free program uses an online heart health management platform to help you improve and control your risk factors for heart disease. The platform allows you to track and monitor risk factors such as exercise, food, weight, sleep and much more. The Virtual Care Program will: Give you access to...
Please remember: Do not visit if you have flu symptoms, fever or cough. We may deny access based on your symptoms, travel history or COVID-19 vaccination status. Patients and visitors coming to the Heart Institute for an appointment or while visiting a patient may be required to wear a medical-grade...
Pierre Voisine, MD, is head of the Division of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
The purpose of this guide is to help you prepare for admission to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. This information is for you to read once you have been placed on the surgery waiting list.
A person living with heart failure may not think twice about popping an over-the-counter pill for pain, swallowing a vitamin with breakfast or drinking a cup of green tea. But they should. A scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) released in July lists numerous prescription...
A message from the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Management Team As the Ottawa community prepares to march against racism today, the University of Ottawa Heart Institute must share its voice. We stand with the Black community. Like so many of you, we are horrified by recent headlines. We...
Heart disease is the number one killer of women in Canada, yet women are often understudied, undertreated, and underdiagnosed. The Canadian Women’s Heart Health Centre (CWHHC) at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) is calling on all Canadians to wear red on Thursday, February 13 in...
OTTAWA, February 9, 2021 — On Saturday, February 13, Canadians are invited to wear red in recognition of the third annual Wear Red Canada campaign, an important date for raising awareness about women’s heart health. Cities across the country are recognizing the date with official proclamations and...
Webcasts and Videos
Details An educational discharge class for patients and their families. This class is suitable for patients who have had a heart attack, those who have coronary artery disease, and their families. At the end of the class, participants should be able to do the following: Understand how coronary...
Details An educational class for patients who are undergoing or considering an ablation and their loved ones. This monthly educational class covers a variety of subjects, including: Understanding the heart’s normal electrical system. Understanding heart arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms). What to...
Details This class is directed to those who have been diagnosed with heart failure and their families. Speakers: Anne-Marie Leuchs, Registered Dietician Lindsay MacArthur, Advanced Practice Nurse - Cardiology Tammy Lafrenière, Senior Physiotherapist Topics covered Sodium restriction of 2,000 mg/day...
The Heart Failure Support Group is free and open to all heart failure patients and their partners. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet and interact with other heart failure patients in an informal setting.
Details The Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Support Group is free and open to all ICD patients and their partners. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet and interact with other ICD patients in an informal setting. A different topic will be covered each month. Cost Free. Location We...
Details Congratulations on completing your cardiac rehab program! To help you stay connected, we offer virtual monthly drop-in sessions. This interactive workshop provides the chance to connect with fellow cardiac rehab participants, review your goals, share successes and help address any barriers...
Details This free virtual class teaches you about atrial fibrillation (AF) and how to live well with it. Our educational class covers a variety of subjects, including: understanding atrial fibrillation. recognizing symptoms. medication and tips. treatment options, including ablation. prevention of...
Details This educational class is suitable for patients who are using tobacco products or e-cigarettes, and their families. At the end of the class, participants should be able to do the following: Understand why it's hard to quit using tobacco products or e-cigarettes. Know your options and how the...
Details A class designed for cardiology patients awaiting their first appointment. During the class, participants will learn about the topics below. Registering for MyChart Cardiac diagnostic testing How to improve cardiovascular risk factors Free community resources available for self referrals...