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Heart and Vascular Center

St. John’s Heart and Vascular Center at St. John’s Regional Medical Center is rated among the top 10% in the nation for quality cardiac excellence.

Hear From Our Patients

Thelma Jones and William Ferrell both came to St. John's for different medical reasons and discovered undetected heart murmurs during their check-ups. Life-saving measures were performed to get them back on their feet and reunited with their families. Watch the video above to learn more about their stories and the St. John's Heart & Vascular Center.

 

When hearts beat, our cardiologists listen.

Your heart doesn’t beat just for you. So if you know you’re at risk for heart disease, don’t wait. Connect with a cardiologist who cares about your heart as much as you do. 

St. John's Heart and Vascular Center offers effective treatment for heart disease, world-class clinical care, and a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. We also provide the latest in comprehensive cardiac diagnostic procedures, medical management, therapeutic interventions, cardiac rehabilitation, and screenings.

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  • Understand symptoms, causes, and types of heart disease
  • Determine your risk factors for developing heart disease
  • Learn which lifestyle factors can increase or decrease your risk

American Heart Association | Free Virtual Heart Health Classes

Keep your heart happy and healthy!

Dignity Health St. John's and the American Heart Association invite you to join our FREE weekly health classes and learn how to take charge of your health. Heart failure is a leading cause of death in the United States. We’ll share ways you can take action to reduce your risk and live a full, healthier life.

Award-Winning Heart Care

St. John's cardiology is a nationally recognized heart and vascular program that provides the most comprehensive cardiac services in Ventura County:
 

  • America's 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac CareTM for 5 Years in a Row (2020-2024)
  • America's 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary InterventionTM for 10 Years in a Row (2015-2024)
  • Recipient of the Healthgrades Cardiac Care Excellence Award™ for 5 Years in a Row (2020-2024)
  • Recipient of the Healthgrades Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ for 13 Years in a Row (2012-2024)
  • Named Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Overall Cardiac Services for 2 Years in a Row (2022-2023)
  • Named Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Cardiology Services for 5 Years in a Row (2020-2024)
  • Named Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Coronary Interventional Procedures for 10 Years in a Row (2015-2024)
  • Named Among the Top 10% in the Nation for Overall Cardiac Services for 5 Years in a Row (2020-2024)
  • Named Among the Top 10% in the Nation for Cardiology Services for 13 Years in a Row (2012-2024)
  • Named Among the Top 10% in the Nation for Coronary Interventional Procedures for 13 Years in a Row (2012-2024)
  • Five-Star Recipient for Coronary Bypass Surgery for 2 Years in a Row (2023-2024)
  • Five-Star Recipient for Coronary Interventional Procedures for 13 Years in a Row (2012-2024)
  • Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Heart Attack for 5 Years in a Row (2020-2024)
  • Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Heart Failure (2024)
  • Five-Star Recipient for Pacemaker Procedures for 2 Years in a Row (2023-2024)
  • Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center by DNV Healthcare, 2024
  • Named a Blue Distinction® Center for Cardiac Care by the BlueCross® and BlueShield® Association, 2022
  • Designated as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care
  • Certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center by the Joint Commission

Emergency Cardiac Care

For cardiac emergencies, St. John's Regional Medical Center is available 24/7 with highly specialized cardiac caregivers and staff experienced in the diagnoses and treatment in complex heart procedures. St. John’s Regional Medical Center is a designated STEMI Receiving Center (SRC). A STEMI, also known as a heart attack, occurs when plaque in an artery blocks blood flow to the heart. SJRMC meets stringent standards set by Ventura County Emergency Services (EMS). As an SRC, when emergency medical personnel confirm a heart attack/STEMI diagnosis, the patient is transported to SJRMC for treatment. A STEMI usually requires aggressive treatment in a timely manner to prevent permanent heart damage.

Expert Heart Attack Treatment

While all heart attacks require prompt care, the severity and corresponding treatment plan may vary. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly 720,000 Americans have a heart attack each year. Learn more about heart attack treatment.

Structural Heart Program

We offer a range of diagnostic, interventional and surgical treatment options to address a variety of heart and vascular conditions, including:

Technological Leader in Coronary Intervention

If your St. John's cardiologist recommends a procedure for you, you can rest assured that stat- of -the- art cardiac care is available right here in our community. St. John's Regional Medical Center provides a range of cardiac interventions such as:
 

  • Coronary Angioplasty
  • Coronary Stenting
  • Chronic Total Occlusions

Advanced Cardiac Imaging

St. John's Heart and Vascular Institute offers exceptional cardiovascular imaging to help diagnose and treat heart problems and vascular conditions: 

  • Coronary Artery CT Scans
  • Calcium Scoring
  • Cardiac MRI
  • Nuclear Cardiology
  • Echocardiography
  • Stress Testing 

Heart Care for Women

Heart disease remains the number one killer of women and we are here to improve your odds. At St. John’s hospitals, we recognize that women have unique lifestyle and health care needs and we tailor our heart services specifically to each person. Learn more about heart care for women.

Heart Disease Prevention and Treatments

Reducing your risk for heart attack is within your grasp if you improve your lifestyle and habits. The cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and vascular surgeons at St. John's hospitals offer a range of diagnostic, interventional, and surgical treatment options to address your heart and vascular conditions. Learn more about reducing your risk for heart disease. 

Electrophysiology

Electrophysiology (EP) is the science of diagnosing and treating electrical activities of the heart, or heart rhythm disorders. Doctors specializing in EP treat irregular heartbeats that are the result of abnormal electrical impulses that cause the heart to beat too quickly, too slowly, or irregularly. Learn more about Electrophysiology at St. John's. 

Watchman Device for Patients with AFib

St. John’s Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce that it is among the first hospitals in Ventura County to offer an alternative to long-term blood thinners with the newly approved Watchman™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Implant. This innovative device is now available avoiding the need to travel for such a procedure. Read more about the WATCHMAN AFib device.

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive technique that can replace a diseased aortic valve in select patients without open heart surgery. St. John’s Regional Medical Center is now home to the TAVR program and the most experienced team in Ventura County. Learn more about the TAVR device.

Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation

The Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at St. John’s Regional Medical Center offers individualized exercise and educational programs for people who have had a recent heart attack, heart surgery, or have experienced other cardiovascular incidents. Learn more about our Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation programs.

Our Heart Centers in Southern California

Our Southern California heart centers are staffed with cardiologists, surgeons, and medical staff ready to keep your heart healthy and strong.

Los Angeles County

California Hospital Medical Center

Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

St. Mary Medical Center Long Beach

San Bernardino County

St. Bernardine Medical Center

Ventura County

St. John's Hospital Camarillo

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