SGMC Cardiology Clinic

SGMC Cardiology. Your Heart … Our Hands. SGMC Cardiology has highly trained physicians, heart doctors, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care coordinators who are all committed to providing an unparalleled patient experience in cardiac care.

Our office is fully equipped to provide patients with all of the usual cardio diagnostic services (EKGs, echocardiography, stress tests, holter monitors, nuclear medicine, pacemaker clinic, etc.) required for our heart doctors and staff to manage your cardiovascular health needs.

Advanced Treatment Options

Explore leading-edge therapies designed to improve outcomes for patients facing serious cardiovascular challenges. Our advanced treatment options offer precision, safety, and faster recovery times — helping you or your loved one get back to life sooner.

Impella® Heart Pump with SmartAssist® Technology Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support for Heart Failure & High-Risk Procedures

Impella CP® with SmartAssist®
Provides up to 4.3 L/min of blood flow for short-term support in patients experiencing cardiogenic shock or undergoing high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
- Inserted through the femoral artery
- Ideal for rapid use in cath lab or ICU settings
- Real-time SmartAssist® technology optimizes performance and positioning
Impella 5.5® with SmartAssist®
Offers up to 5.5 L/min of blood flow and is designed for longer-term support in patients with severe heart failure or cardiogenic shock.
- Surgically inserted via the axillary artery or aorta
- Typically used in OR or ICU
- Provides advanced hemodynamic monitoring
- Often used as a bridge to recovery, transplant, or durable ventricular assist device (VAD)

Renal Denervation (RDN) A Breakthrough for Resistant High Blood Pressure

This innovative treatment uses the FDA-approved Symplicity Spyral™ system to calm overactive kidney nerves, helping reduce treatment-resistant hypertension. It’s a minimally invasive procedure with the potential to improve long-term blood pressure control.

Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure Stroke Prevention Through a Minimally Invasive Heart Procedure

For individuals with a history of unexplained strokes, closing a PFO (a small hole in the heart present from birth) can significantly reduce risk.

Performed via catheter—no open-heart surgery
A closure device is inserted to permanently seal the PFO
Typically results in a faster recovery and shorter hospital stay

Shockwave Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) Targeted Treatment for Calcified Arteries

Shockwave IVL uses sonic pressure waves to break up calcium buildup in arterial walls, improving blood flow and allowing for successful stent placement.