Southeast Health is the region’s leader when it comes to comprehensive heart and vascular care. In the Southeast Health Heart & Vascular Center we care for patients with a wide range of complicated cardiovascular conditions with some of the most advanced treatment options available. Simply put, more patients entrust us with their care than any other hospital in the region – and with that trust, comes great responsibility. That’s why we bring together cardiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons to work collaboratively and drive innovation. That’s also why we’ve invested in technology and unique programs that help us serve our patients more effectively. Cardiac diagnostic testing, advanced treatment options and supportive recovery programs can all be found at the Southeast Health Heart & Vascular Center — and they are here just for you.

In the United States, someone suffers a heart attack every 40 seconds. Chad thought he was having gallbladder problems; turns out he had a major blockage in his heart. That’s why he is sharing his story to raise awareness of the signs of heart disease.

Approximately 600,000 die annually in the United States from heart disease. One out of every four deaths is related to heart disease. Heart disease doesn’t discriminate; it is the leading cause of death for men and women. In fact, more than half of the deaths due to heart disease in 2009 were in men.

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease, killing more than 350,000 people annually. Every year about 735,000 people living in the United States have a heart attack.

If you experience heart attack warning signs, get help immediately. Heart attacks are not always sudden and intense. Some may start of slow and exhibit only mild pain or discomfort. Know your body and call 911 if you have any of these signs or symptoms.

*Some information courtesy of the American Heart Association