Our care philosophy

At Saint Agnes, heart care isn't just what we do—it's who we are. Our cardiothoracic team combines proven technical expertise with compassion, guiding patients through every step of care. With a growing range of advanced techniques and procedures, we deliver strong outcomes, enhanced safety and a patient experience that puts you and your family first.

When to seek cardiac care

Heart health can change quickly. You may need to speak with a cardiologist or cardiothoracic surgeon if you notice:

  • Chest pain or pressure
  • Shortness of breath
  • Irregular or rapid heartbeat
  • Swelling in your legs or ankles
  • Fatigue or dizziness with activity
  • Family history of heart disease

Specialties and procedures

Our cardiothoracic team offers a wide range of advanced procedures designed to diagnose, treat, and manage heart conditions at every stage. Each procedure is thoughtfully recommended based on your personal needs, goals and overall health.

  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Valve Repair and Replacement
    • Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery
  • Structural Heart
    • TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
    • TMVR (Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair) or MitraClipTM
  • Lung Surgery
  • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
  • Endovascular Stenting
  • MAZE-Atrial Fibrillation
    • Minimally Invasive MAZE procedure

Treatment areas

Our team treats a wide range of heart and vascular conditions, from common concerns to more complex diagnoses. No matter where you are in your heart health journey, you'll receive care tailored to your unique needs. Our treatment areas include:

  • Congestive Heart Failure / Heart Failure Clinic
  • Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Valvular Disease
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias/Atrial Fibrillation
  • Adult Heart Defects
  • Lung Disease/Lung Cancer/Nodules

Request an appointment with a team you can trust

From diagnostic evaluation to recovery, you can trust our team to guide you through every step of your heart care journey. Complete the form on this page to request an appointment with Saint Agnes Care Cardiothoracic Surgery.

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A leader in heart care for the Valley

For decades, Saint Agnes has set the standard for cardiovascular care in the Central Valley. Our nationally recognized program delivery excellence through innovation, clinical outcomes and patient-focused care.

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