For Patients
We’re dedicated to keeping you well-informed and prepared for heart procedures, including what to expect at the hospital and during recovery.
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Whether you've been diagnosed with a heart and vascular condition or you're undergoing surgery or a minimally invasive heart procedure, you can expect exceptional care at El Camino Health — heart care that exceeds national standards. We believe an important part of good patient care is keeping you well-informed.
Your heart care team will explain:
- What you need to know about your upcoming heart surgery.
- What you can expect for a minimally invasive heart procedure.
- How to control your blood pressure, and what you need to know about blood thinners (antiplatelet medicines).
- How to maintain good health and lead a heart-healthy lifestyle, including information about cholesterol.
- How to manage conditions such as heart failure and angina.
- How our outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Program can help you lower your heart disease risk factors.
Patient Information Handbooks
- Atrial Fibrillation Catheter Ablation and Recovery (Download PDF)
- Cardiovascular Surgery and Recovery (Download PDF)
- Information Handbook for Coronary Artery Disease (Download PDF)
- Information Handbook for Thoracic Surgery and Recovery (Download PDF)
- Living Well with Heart Failure: A Guide for Patients, Families and Caregivers (Download PDF)
- The WATCHMAN™ Procedure: A Handbook for Patients (Download PDF)
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): A Handbook for Patients (Download PDF)
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair: A Handbook for Patients (Download PDF)
Day of Surgery Prepare to Go Home Recovery at Home Recovery in the Hospital Recovery After Minimally Invasive Procedure
