We recommend that patients with heart disease do not drink alcohol. If you do drink, it is important that you understand ways to reduce the risk of long-term impacts to your heart and overall health.
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Alcohol septal ablation is a procedure used to treat obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). It is a minimally invasive procedure performed when severe symptoms cannot be controlled with drugs.
February is the shortest and coldest month of the year, but also the most important one for our heart health. That’s because February is Heart Month, a time to reflect on the importance of our cardiovascular health and to learn about how we can manage our risk factors for heart disease. The...
From physiotherapists and dietitians to medical clerks and imaging technicians, allied health trainees gain hands-on experience at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute through internships and training placements.
Also known as an ambulatory ECG or EKG monitor, the Holter monitor is a portable device used to make a continuous recording of your heart rate and rhythm as you go about your daily routine.
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The American Heart Association Scientific Sessions is the largest conference for cardiovascular science and medicine in the world. The staff of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute is once again responsible for many expert clinical talks and research presentations. This guide highlights those...
The American Heart Association Scientific Sessions is the largest conference for cardiovascular science and medicine in the world. The staff of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute is once again responsible for many expert clinical talks and research presentations. This guide highlights those...
The world’s largest cardiovascular conference, the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, convenes in New Orleans on November 12. The Ottawa Heart Institute has 45 program items on the agenda covering a wide range of science and clinical practice. Find it all with our program guide. 2016...
Introducing a new electronic medical records system for improved patient care On June 1, the Ottawa Heart Institute will make the necessary switch to Epic Systems, a fully-integrated, patient-centered, electronic medical records (EMR) management tool which will help us provide smarter, more...
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) is establishing a network to improve cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and care in women. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and the UOHI Foundation are funding the project, valued at more than $1.2M plus in-kind contributions. CVD is the...
From the moment I arrived, the Ottawa Heart Institute treated me like more than a patient—they treated me like a partner. Their communication was clear, compassionate, and consistent. Every step was explained, and my spouse was included and supported throughout. After surgery, I was guided by a full cast of experts: nutritionists, fitness specialists, medical staff, and wellness teams who all played a role in my recovery.
I failed my cardiac stress test in March—spectacularly. It took ages to catch my breath and calm my heart rate, and I was given nitroglycerin on the spot.
On December 24, 2015, I successfully underwent heart surgery. A triple bypass!
If you are experiencing chest pain or angina for the first time, seek immediate medical attention. What is Angina Angina is a type of chest pain or discomfort that occurs whenever your heart is not receiving all the oxygen that it needs to do its job. Angina is often described as pain or pressure in...
Note: Please bring your Health Card and all of your medications in their original containers along with any vitamins or supplements that you take. Many of our patients also find it helpful to bring: A family member or friend to take notes or ask questions A list of your own questions to ensure that...
An angioplasty is used to widen areas within coronary arteries that have become narrowed. In this procedure, a thin flexible tube (catheter) which has a small inflatable balloon at the tip is positioned within the narrowed section of the artery. The balloon is inflated for a short period of time to push the plaque back against the wall of the artery so that blood can flow better.
James Annis is Chair of the Board of Directors of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation.
Congratulations to Jason Zelt, PhD, the Ottawa Region Cardiovascular Research Trainee of the Year! Dr. Zelt, an MD/PhD Candidate, receives this award in recognition of his remarkable research achievements. Jason’s research embraces scientific discovery along the entire translational spectrum from...