Heart Failure Services in Minnesota

A diagnosis of heart failure can seem very overwhelming. At CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center, we believe that with the right tools and support, you can lead a fulfilling life while managing this condition. Our team of experts is here to help you on this journey through our My Heart program.

Why choose CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center for your heart failure care?

My Heart Program

We offer a My Heart Program to:

• Help you understand your condition.
• Empower you to take charge of your health through lifestyle changes — such as diet, exercise and tobacco cessation.
• Make everyday life better by finding the best medicines and treatments.
• Give you the tools and resources to manage heart health daily.
• Reduce emergency room visits and hospital stays by offering close monitoring and support.

The program provides support through in-person and video visits, phone calls and a help line. Some people are also eligible for devices that can monitor health at home, helping to avoid hospital visits.

Extensive Resources

Included in the My Heart Program are:

• A comprehensive booklet on how to maintain heart health.
• Handouts, activities, exercises and other resources to support education.
• Heart-healthy recipes to encourage nutritious eating habits.
• Regular newsletters on managing heart health. Sign up for the newsletter today!
• Monthly support group to share experiences and advice.

Experienced Staff

More than 2,500 people throughout Minnesota receive care through our program each year. A dedicated heart failure team provides personalized treatment, taking the time to get to know you so you can set goals and manage your daily living. Our heart failure nurses are certified in heart failure, meaning they have specific knowledge on the topic and passed a certification test.

Quality Outcomes

Our program has been recognized by Fortune/PINC AI™, U.S. News & World Report, the American Heart Association, Blue Cross and Blue Shield and HealthPartners. Notably, our hospital re-admission rates have been lower than the national average since 2017.

Research

We participate in national clinical trials so that you have access to the newest therapies and technologies to help extend your quality of life.

BRIDGE: Be Ready, Include Discussing Goals Early

While the "My Heart" Program provides holistic support for heart failure, BRIDGE ensures you receive the right care and support in the later stages of the disease.

The program helps you set goals and manage symptoms that can affect quality of life, such as depression, stress, fatigue, insomnia and labored breathing.

As part of the program, a specialized clinician will meet one-on-one with you and your family to discuss:

• Your disease state and its progression
• Symptom management and advanced treatments
• Health care directives, action plans and an assigned health care agent
• Your vision for living your best life
• Short and long-term goals
• Choices on hospitalization
• Available resources

Our comprehensive program will empower you to make informed decisions about your care. Through personalized education, innovative monitoring, extensive resources and advanced care planning, you will receive the support and tools needed for life-long, effective heart health management.