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New AI-driven early detection tool leads to diagnosis of cardiac disease

Subtle symptoms masked a serious heart issue, until advanced imaging uncovered the real cause and opened the door to lifesaving care.
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Don’t miss these subtle heart rhythm symptoms, according to UTMB Health experts

UTMB Health specialists reveal how faint, easily overlooked heartbeat changes could point to hidden rhythm issues—and why early attention matters.
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Myths about Atrial Fibrillation or ‘AFib’

Nearly 6 million people in the United States have atrial fibrillation. These rapid and irregular beats if left untreated over time can increase the risk for heart failure, stroke and death.
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UTMB establishes Sealy Heart and Vascular Institute, building a center for cardiovascular excellence

UTMB Health has advanced cardiovascular health by establishing the Sealy Heart and Vascular Institute, uniting the health system and academic enterprise.
Top 100 in Cardiac Care in the U.S. as recognize by Newsweek and Statista

UTMB ranked among top 100 hospitals for cardiac care in the U.S.

The University of Texas Medical Branch has been ranked among the top 100 hospitals for cardiac care in the United States as listed in the 2025 edition of Newsweek/Statista’s America’s Best Specialized Hospitals.
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UTMB Health Friendswood clinic moves, expands to offer more primary, specialty care services

UTMB Health has officially opened its new Primary and Specialty Care Clinic in Friendswood, expanding access to high-quality health care for the growing community.
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Women's heart health - a conversation with Houston Moms

Did you know that women are statistically more likely to die from a heart-related issue than men? Cardiologist Dr. Esosa Odigie-Okon elaborates on why that is and shares other tips, tricks and insight into women's heart health.
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Awareness - the key to unlocking a woman's heart health

Being aware of risk factors and keeping regular appointments are two main ways women can stay abreast of their heart health risks. Cardiologist Dr. Danielle El Haddad shares other tips, too.
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UTMB Health Clear Lake earns reaccreditation from American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center

UTMB Health Clear Lake has once again demonstrated its commitment to top-tier cardiovascular care, earning reaccreditation as a Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology. This reaccreditation, first achieved in 2021 and renewed in 2024, highlights the hospital’s dedication to meeting and exceeding stringent quality standards for treating patients experiencing chest pain and cardiac emergencies.
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UTMB Clear Lake Campus earns Chest Pain Center Reaccreditation

Chest Pain Center Accreditation, first earned by the campus in 2021, is a quality improvement program designed for hospital cardiovascular teams that are focused on the efficient and effective care of acute coronary syndrome patients.
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UTMB recognized with specialty excellence clinical achievements from Healthgrades

UTMB receives Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Awards, placing the hospital among the nation’s top 10% for pulmonary care, gastrointestinal surgery and critical care.
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UTMB Health recognized among America's Best Cardiac Hospitals 2024 by Newsweek, Statista

UTMB Health has been recognized among America's Best Cardiac Hospitals 2024 by Newsweek and Statista, an honor bestowed on just 175 of 850 hospitals considered for the award nationwide.
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Serious artery blockages kept active 88-year-old from enjoying life

“We went to see Dr. Hani Jneid at UTMB and it was the best thing we could have possibly done,” said 88-year-old Wanda Stovall who went from an active life to not being able to get off the couch after she started having an abnormal heart rhythm. Jneid and the team at UTMB were able to get her back on her feet.
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UTMB debuts new heart ablation technology

UTMB Health’s Clear Lake Campus Hospital is one of 10 locations in the United States to launch a new heart ablation procedure that provides a host of advantages over existing techniques used to treat atrial fibrillation and other electrophysiological issues.
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Heart health during & after pregnancy: What women need to know

Cardiologist Dr. Danielle El Haddad is at the helm of UTMB Health's new cardio-obstetrics program. In this interview she shares more about the program's history, who may qualify for this care and why it's important.
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What Women Need to Know About Heart Disease

The UTMB Cardiology team is committed to combating heart disease, which remains the number-one killer in women ahead of all cancers combined – including breast and ovarian cancers. To increase awareness, Cardiology lead Dr. Hani Jneid and three female clinicians shared their insights on the matter.
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How UTMB Health is combating the rising cardiovascular maternal mortality rate

As the rate of heart-disease related deaths continues to rise for pregnant and postpartum mothers and women during childbirth, cardiologist Dr. Danielle El Haddad is laying the foundation for a cardio-obstetrics program to care for at-risk patients.
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What is Hands Only CPR?

When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby.
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Cardiac Arrest - What you need to know

In the wake of the cardiac arrest episode experienced by NFL player Damar Hamlin, UTMB pediatric cardiologist Dr. Ashraf Aly took some time out to visit with our friends at Houston Moms to answer some important questions surrounding the heart and how it works.
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Living with Heart Failure

While heart failure is a serious condition, it’s still possible to live a full and active life with the right medical treatment and lifestyle, and Heart Failure Awareness Week serves as a time to promote heart failure awareness, education and prevention.

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