St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center

02/05/2026

All of our expertise, in one place: check out St. Francis Heart Center's Heart Hub! In addition to checking in with your favorite St. Francis Hospital cardiologist, you might also spend a few minutes learning about the latest health tips, inspirational patient stories and news from St. Francis Heart Center.

Keeping Your Heart Healthy While American Heart Month serves as an important reminder to prioritize your cardiovascular health, you can support your heart year-round. Read more for health tips from our doctors, inspirational patient stories and news from Catholic Health's award-winning St. Francis H...

02/05/2026

"You were a massive heart attack waiting to happen, and you would not have survived it." Ora Heath had no indication of heart disease until a routine checkup led to an angiogram showing severe blockages. The quick action and expertise of the Catholic Health team saved her life. "It's a wonderful team of people," she shared. Hear more of Ora's experience as a patient of the Catholic Health Preventive Cardiology program: https://bit.ly/3KCq0S1

02/04/2026

This morning, St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center hosted a Heart Month event focused on women’s heart health. Guests learned about cardiac conditions that women are at risk for, as well as diagnostic advancements used to screen for heart disease. Blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood glucose screenings were also offered.

02/04/2026

February is Heart Month. Our researchers lead the way. In March 2025, Research conducted by Drs. Omar Khalique, Roosha Parikh, and Jaffar Khan entitled “Best Practices for Imaging of Transcatheter Valve Failure: An Update from the Heart Valve” was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

02/03/2026

National Women Physician Day is February 3. The photo below includes the women of the St. Francis Hospital Cardiac Imaging Team.

Today is the birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States, in 1849, from the Geneva College of Medicine. Dr. Blackwell was the “first mover” that helped women gain entry and prominence in the field of medicine. This day celebrates the courage of Elizabeth Blackwell and the accomplishments of female physicians everywhere.

02/03/2026

In 2024, St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center treated its first patient using AGENT, a new system administering targeted medication to cardiac patients as they as they receive treatment for stenosis, or a blockage within an existing stent in a coronary artery. St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center is the first hospital in the United States to make use of the new in-stent delivery system. Long Island Business News recently honored this team with a Healthcare Hero Award. https://www.catholichealthli.org/news/st-francis-hospital-first-us-use-breakthrough-system-diminish-stent-restenosis

02/02/2026

02/02/2026

This month, we honor our cardiac patients. In January 2025, 6 year old Sarai and 5 year old Leonica, both from Haiti, received lifesaving heart surgeries due to the generosity of the Gift of Life program. Sean Levchuck, MD, Chair of Pediatric Cardiology, used a minimally invasive surgical procedure to heal each patient. Our St. Francis ambassadors ensured that the families were cared for, with a hearty lunch, and navigational assistance in the hospital. The girls continue to thrive at home in Haiti!

02/01/2026

February is Heart Month! Join us as we promote heart health over the next 28 days. Catholic Health's St. Francis Heart Center is New York's only specialty-designated cardiac center, recognized as one of the best in the nation. With locations across Long Island, we give you convenient access to the latest technologies and procedures that have become recognized standards and make us an unparalleled leader in cardiovascular services. https://www.catholichealthli.org/heart-vascular-care

01/30/2026

Ziad Ali, MD, DPhil, director of the DeMatteis Cardiovascular Institute at St. Francis Hospital, was recently appointed Associate Editor of JACC (Journal of American College of Cardiology). This is a significant achievement. The Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) is a leading global resource for impactful cardiovascular research, delivering essential peer-reviewed articles and crucial clinical practice guidelines. Congratulations, Dr. Ali!