Heart Surgery and Recovery Resources
It’s normal to be concerned if you’re having a surgery or procedure. Knowing what to expect should help ease your worries and make for a low-stress recovery. Find helpful information on how to plan for surgery and maximize your recovery.
Preparing For Surgery
- How Can I Prepare For Heart Surgery? (PDF)
- Why Do I Need Heart Valve Surgery? (PDF) | Español (PDF)
- Pre-surgery Checklist (PDF) | Español (PDF)
Surgeries and Procedures
- What is a Carotid Endarterectomy? (PDF)
- What Is Coronary Angioplasty? (PDF)
- What Is Coronary Bypass Surgery (CABG)? (PDF)
- What Are Electrophysiology Studies? (PDF)
- Heart Transplant
- What Is an Implantable Defibrillator (ICD)? (PDF)
- What Is a Pacemaker? (PDF)
- What Is a Stent? (PDF)
- What is TAVR (or TAVI)? (PDF) | Español (PDF)
Recovery
- Recovery Milestones Checklist (PDF) | Español (PDF)
- What Can I Expect When I Go Home After Heart Surgery? (PDF)
- What Happens After Heart Surgery? (PDF)
Medications
- Managing Your Medicines
- How Do I Manage My Medicines? (PDF) | Español (PDF)
- Medicine Assistance Programs
Cardiac Rehab
Health Insurance
Support
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