Performing over 2,300 heart surgeries and 2,400 ablations annually
The MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute leads the region in cardiovascular care. Philanthropy bolsters our ability to serve at the forefront of this clinical specialty, from supporting the Advanced Heart Failure research and patient education to funding renovations at MedStar Washington Hospital Center.
Will you make a gift?
Your support will take our care to the next level and help improve outcomes for heart patients now, and in the future.
Led by Dr. Erika Feller, the Advanced Heart Failure Initiative expands access to life-saving cardiac care across the Baltimore region and rural areas like Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Your gift will support innovative heart failure care, community outreach with resources and education, and groundbreaking research in heart failure, heart transplant, and surgically implanted devices. Donations help fund a dedicated clinic for heart transplant patients, enhancing care coordination for those with complex heart failure through a multidisciplinary approach.
“Gifts enable us to expand how and where we're able to reach patients, making it easier to share important resources and reshape the landscape of what we’re able to accomplish together,” said Dr. Feller.
The Philanthropic Need of the Regional Heart Failure Program
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Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in Baltimore as well as Washington, D.C., surpassing national averages. Philanthropic support for cardiac and vascular surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center focuses on enhancing patient care, advancing education, and improving community health. This includes upgrading operating rooms with cutting-edge technology to support world-class surgeons, attracting and training the next generation of cardiovascular specialists, and driving groundbreaking research that leads to new treatments and procedures.
From Patient to Family: A Heartfelt Care Journey
Melody Tippett Smith knows the toll cardiovascular disease can take on a family. Her husband, Jerry, initially dismissed his breathlessness as lingering effects of a respiratory virus, but it soon revealed a deeper health challenge for him and their family.
At 54, Jerry was admitted to MedStar Washington Hospital Center after tests at his local hospital and MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. He was diagnosed with congestive heart failure and later received an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to monitor his heart.
Make an impact in your community
Our efforts extend to engaging the local community in the region by prioritizing prevention, early detection, and addressing health disparities, ensuring a lasting impact on both current and future cardiovascular care.
"Clinical excellence and health equity are inseparable," said Dr. Zayd Eldadah, Physician Executive Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology and Chief Strategy Officer. "Together, we can connect patients with the high-quality care they deserve."
Your generosity fuels groundbreaking advancements in cardiovascular care
Expanding access to life-saving treatments and pioneering research. Together, we can shape the future of heart health—ensuring every patient receives the high-quality care they deserve.