For over 50 years the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah has maintained a dedicated team of cardiologists, nurses and staff to provide high quality cardiovascular care to Utahns and residents throughout the Mountain West. Our mission to serve our patients and their families is firmly linked to our chartered commitment to cutting-edge care of cardiac disease through discovery, research, and education, especially for the next generation of cardiovascular specialists. Read more.
University of Utah Health researchers report that local doctors in rural areas who receive specialized training in managing artificial heart pumps and who work in conjunction with cardiovascular experts at a major medical center can care for these patients safely and effectively. This collaborative effort, known as shared care, not only eliminates the need for extensive travel but also eases the financial and emotional strains on many patients.... Read More
The Department of Internal Medicine and the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine are excited to announce Dr. Rashmee Shah as a recipient of the 2020 Women as One’s Escalator Awards. ... Read More
A new wearable sensor that works in conjunction with artificial intelligence technology could help doctors remotely detect critical changes in heart failure patients days before a health crisis occurs and could prevent hospitalization.... Read More
In an effort to raise awareness about women's heart disease, U of U employees and volunteers handed out red beanies to commuters throughout the Salt Lake Valley. Featuring Dr. Anna Catino, an assistant professor in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. ... Read More
Dr. Robin Shaw is bringing his more-than 15 years of research on failing hearts to University of Utah Health as the new director of the Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research Training Institute (CVRTI). Thanks to years of research, Shaw and his team discovered the first-ever biomarker allowing for early detection of heart failure before clinical symptoms develop.... Read More
Dr. Kevin Whitehead, associate professor in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, talks about the enormous genetic variations in HHT patients, and his hopes for the future of transforming this disease with treatments like Avastin.... Read More
On the Cardiovascular Medicine Unit (CVMU), there are many touchpoints for patients where communication can either enhance the patient experience, or tarnish it entirely. ... Read More
Help support the world-class medical care, education, and research in the division of Cardiovascular Medicine. For questions, please contact Collette Wixom-Call at 801-213-0920.
