Heart Failure Program

The American Heart Association reports that about 6.5 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure, and nearly half of patients die within five years of diagnosis. However, patients with heart failure can live longer and more active lives if they are diagnosed early and establish a treatment plan with their doctor.

Heart failure is a complex disease that can have many causes. An accurate diagnosis is an essential first step toward effective heart failure treatment. Trinity Health Of New England uses the most advanced diagnostic technology to evaluate the underlying cause of heart failure. This allows healthcare providers to create customized care plans to manage all stages of heart failure.

The Heart Failure Program with Trinity Health Of New England has earned both national and regional recognition for excellence in patient care. The Program has achieved certification in Advanced Heart Failure through the American Heart Association and the Joint Commission. This certification recognizes hospitals that have achieved high standards for the treatment of heart failure patients. In addition, the Center for Cardiac Recovery at The Hoffman Heart and Vascular Institute at Saint Francis Hospital consistently receives the Get With The Guidelines - Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. This award recognizes adherence to the highest quality measures that effectively reduce hospital readmissions.

Trinity Health Of New England is at the forefront of heart failure care. Our comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach helps patients and families navigate the full spectrum of heart failure treatments. With a dedicated inpatient heart failure unit, patients receive highly specialized treatment and support from providers focused entirely on heart failure. For patients outside the hospital, the program also offers educational opportunities, support groups and home health coordination to assist patients and families as they navigate this chronic condition.