February is Heart Month
Celebrate with WakeMed Heart & Vascular
It’s American Heart Month in February and each year WakeMed takes time to recognize our Heart & Vascular Services by sharing heart healthy messages, introduce our team of experts and caregivers, update you on the latest services and innovations and celebrate how important it is to take care of your heart.
How Healthy Is Your Heart?
It's important to know your numbers and risk factors for heart disease. Take this quick assessment to learn more about your heart's health.
Take a Heart Health AssessmentWarm-up Your Heart with Messages from Heart Guy
Words of Wisdom For Your Heart
Chief Operating Officer - Heart Guy
Meet Our Physicians & Providers
Our team of cardiologists, electrophysiologists, surgeons, sub-specialists and advanced practice providers are dedicated to putting patients first. We deliver the highest quality cardiovascular care, from medical management and using the most advanced diagnostics to performing minimally invasive procedures and surgeries.
Best Minds With Biggest Hearts
Our caregivers are the reason for our continued success. We serve our patients with a quality-driven belief that makes us a leader in successful patient outcomes and heart-warming, family-centered care. As a cardiovascular patient of WakeMed Heart & Vascular, we put you first and treat you like family.
Support Services
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Atrial Fibrillation Center
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Tele Heart Care After Surgery
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Cardiac Rehab
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Heart Center Inn
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Atrial Fibrillation Center
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Tele Heart Care After Surgery
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Cardiac Rehab
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Heart Center Inn
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Atrial Fibrillation Center
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Tele Heart Care After Surgery
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Cardiac Rehab
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Heart Center Inn
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Getting to the Heart of Where We Are
With three hospitals and more than 50 cardiovascular experts in 29 practice locations, we’re here for your cardiovascular diagnoses, treatment and care.
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Hear From Our Experts
What is Heart Failure? | Dr. Stuart Russell
Valve Disease | Dr. Bryon Boulton
Valve Disease and Heart Murmurs | Dr. Trevor Upham
Atrial Fibrillation | Dr. Ashish Patel
We're All Heart!
- Go Red for Women and National Wear Red Day is Friday, February 7. Wear red to spotlight that heart disease is the number one killer of adults in the U.S., affecting both men and women.
- Cardiovascular Professionals Week - February 9 -15
- Heart Failure Awareness Week - February 9 -15
- National Cardiac Rehabilitation Week - February 9 -15
- Valentine's Day - Friday, February 14
- Tune in to Mix 101.5, 99.9 The Fan, Foxy 107.1, WPTF News Talk, and 94.7 WQDR in February as we share heart healthy tips.
28-Days and 28 Ways to Live Life Young at Heart
Since February is Heart Month, we invite you to embrace each and every day by focusing on simple heart healthy things you can do to improve your heart health.
Live Life Young At Heart
Latest Blogs from WakeMed Heart & Vascular
March 17, 2025
Honoring the Life & Career of Cardiovascular Surgeon Dr. William Charles Helton
Honoring the Life & Career of Cardiovascular Surgeon Dr. William Charles Helton“It’s about the good w...
March 7, 2025
Tart and Tasty Citrus Fruits Good for Your Heart!
Fresh, healthy fruit during the winter months can be hard to come by. Fortunately, citrus fruits are a gr...
February 28, 2025
Happy Teeth and Gums = Happy Heart: The undeniable link between oral health and heart health
From early childhood, we’re taught about the importance of preventing cavities through regular brushing...
February 25, 2025
Valve Disease — It Often Starts With a Murmur
Heart valve disease affects more than five million Americans each year. It occurs when one or more of the...
February 20, 2025
Living with Purpose in the Third Phase of Life: Dave Cottengim, WakeMed Volunteer
Dave Cottengim has been a faithful WakeMed volunteer for more than a decade."I desired to give back after...
February 18, 2025
Born with a Broken Heart: Kevin Hornaday's Open Heart Surgery Story
Kevin Hornaday knows a lot about matters of the heart — since he's dealt with them all his life. His he...
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