St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center

St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center Located in Roslyn, NY, delivering nationally recognized care to our Long Island communities. St. Part of the Catholic Health system, St.
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Francis Hospital & Heart Center is New York State’s only specialty-designated cardiac center and a nationally recognized leader in cardiac care. Francis Hospital & Heart Center® is a community hospital located in Roslyn, NY. Founded in 1922 by the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, the hospital offers one of the leading cardiac care programs in the nation and is recognized as an innovator in the delivery of specialized cardiovascular services in an environment where excellence and compassion are emphasized. We are also nationally recognized in areas of care, including orthopedics, neurology, gastroenterology, cancer, and pulmonary. Our programs and services are overseen by a dedicated and compassionate team of award-winning physicians, nurses and supporting medical professionals who put the health needs and safety of our patients first. For the 21st time, we have been recognized with an 'A'—the top grade for patient safety—by the Leapfrog Group. We are also the first hospital on Long Island to receive a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for consistently high patient satisfaction scores. For more information on services and awards, visit: https://bit.ly/45lB2QW

AI in the Cath Lab: At St. Francis Hospital, interventional cardiologists are using the most advanced innovation availab...
02/20/2026

AI in the Cath Lab: At St. Francis Hospital, interventional cardiologists are using the most advanced innovation available to treat patients with Coronary Artery Disease. Physicians have been using HeartFlow's newest plaque analysis software for several months – this is AI generated technology that helps heart teams to plan ahead of procedures. According to Dr. Evan Shlofmitz, Director, Intravascular Imaging, “This emerging technology advances the imaging to a level of precision where we know exactly what a blockage looks like before operating on a patient. At St. Francis Hospital, we are among the first in the nation to use this technology to treat patients.” HeartFlow has been in use at St. Francis Hospital for several years.

Leaders on a Global Stage: In October, the Interventional Cardiology team transmitted a successful case of BASILICA as a...
02/19/2026

Leaders on a Global Stage: In October, the Interventional Cardiology team transmitted a successful case of BASILICA as a Live Case to TCT (the biggest interventional cardiology conference in North America). Dr. Jaffar Khan, Director, Cardiovascular Innovation Services, explains, “Being selected as a live case site for TCT is a rare honor and only a handful of leading centers from around the world are selected. Here’s a picture of the whole team in the OR at the conclusion of the case.”

On this episode of Stronger Together, Dr. Dave speaks with St. Francis Heart Center cardiologists Dr. Thomas Pappas and ...
02/18/2026

On this episode of Stronger Together, Dr. Dave speaks with St. Francis Heart Center cardiologists Dr. Thomas Pappas and Dr. Evan Shlofmitz about the simple steps you can take today to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases.

February is Heart Month, and a healthy heart is the key to a healthy life. On this episode of Stronger Together, Dr. Dave speaks with St. Francis Heart Cente...

Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH)—a thickening of the heart’s main pumping chamber—can be a sign of high blood pressure...
02/17/2026

Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH)—a thickening of the heart’s main pumping chamber—can be a sign of high blood pressure or other heart conditions. Most patients start with an echocardiogram, but in some cases, a cardiac MRI can give a clearer picture—especially if results are unclear, symptoms persist, or there’s a family history of heart disease. Learn more:

St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center has a dedicated treatment center for patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Our specialized team includes experts in cardiology, heart failure, interventional cardiology, electro surgery and cardiothoracic surgery. The designated HCM team specializes in....

A Coronary CTA is a noninvasive scan that shows the heart’s arteries and can assess hard and soft plaque—including “unst...
02/17/2026

A Coronary CTA is a noninvasive scan that shows the heart’s arteries and can assess hard and soft plaque—including “unstable” plaque that can lead to heart attacks. Ask your doctor if it’s right for you if you have chest symptoms, shortness of breath, an abnormal stress test, or heart risk factors. At St. Francis, we use the latest photon-counting detector CT. To learn more or schedule an appointment, call 631-864-6006 (Option 3).

In July 2025, Dr. Albert DiMeo succeeded Dr. Newell Robinson as St. Francis Hospital’s Chairman of the Department of Car...
02/16/2026

In July 2025, Dr. Albert DiMeo succeeded Dr. Newell Robinson as St. Francis Hospital’s Chairman of the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery. In May, Dr. Albert DiMeo and his team began performing robotic cardiac surgery procedures. The first surgery was on Monday, May 12, on a patient who needed a CABG procedure. In addition to continuing his practice of cardiac surgery, Dr. Robinson continues as Co-Director of the John Brancaccio Structural Heart and Valve Center, and in his system role as Chairman of the Cardiothoracic Surgery Service Line for Catholic Health.

In August, the Heart Failure team marked their 100th LVAD procedure. An LVAD, or Left Ventricular Assist Device, is a s...
02/15/2026

In August, the Heart Failure team marked their 100th LVAD procedure. An LVAD, or Left Ventricular Assist Device, is a surgically implanted mechanical pump that helps the heart's left ventricle to pump blood. This happens when a patient has severe heart failure – when the heart is too weak to pump on its own. The program is led by Dr. Edward Lundy, Surgical Director of the Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Program. Congratulations to this dedicated cardiology team!

In March 2025, Dr. Ziad Ali performed the first use of an investigational drug-coated balloon (DCB) as part of the PREVA...
02/14/2026

In March 2025, Dr. Ziad Ali performed the first use of an investigational drug-coated balloon (DCB) as part of the PREVAIL GLOBAL Trial (Medtronic). This study will enroll patients who require treatment for in-stent restenosis (ISR)—a narrowing of a coronary artery that has been previously treated with a stent—as well as de novo small vessel disease. Learn more: https://www.catholichealthli.org/news/st-francis-hospital-heart-center-enrolls-first-patient-global-trial-innovative-coronary-procedure

To book an appointment at this West Islip location, call 631-669-2555.
02/13/2026

To book an appointment at this West Islip location, call 631-669-2555.

02/13/2026

Colon cancer can develop quietly, so catching it early is important. Find clear, practical advice on what to look out for, what may raise your risk, and how to include screening and prevention in your health plan. Learn more in our latest blog - https://bit.ly/4rJ3jvJ

The team at the Cancer Institute’s Infusion Center wishes everyone an early Happy Valentine’s Day. 🩷❤️🩷❤️
02/13/2026

The team at the Cancer Institute’s Infusion Center wishes everyone an early Happy Valentine’s Day. 🩷❤️🩷❤️

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St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State’s only specialty designated cardiac center and a nationally recognized leader in cardiac care. St. Francis also offers an outstanding program in non-cardiac surgery that employs the most advanced technology and minimally invasive techniques available for vascular, prostate, ear-nose-throat (ENT), abdominal, oncologic, gastrointestinal, and orthopedic surgery.