Sudden cardiac arrest can happen in people without heart disease.

About 80% of cases are due to existing coronary artery disease. Those affected were unaware of their heart disease disorders until they had a sudden cardiac arrest.

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In a heart emergency, seconds count.

When you or your family member are experiencing a heart attack, have a plan in place to utilize EMS services by calling 911 so that their team can provide life-saving care until you arrive at the Emergency Department. When treatment options for a heart attack may include an interventional procedure like stenting to open a blocked artery and add life-saving seconds to preserving cardiac muscle, you can count on us.

The Cardiovascular Services Team at Knox Community Hospital provides heart care treatment options to determine the leading factors of heart disease uncommon in a rural hospital setting. These include various diagnostic testing and minimally invasive interventional treatment options. The Impella heart pump and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) care are vital options for the heart muscle in an emergency.

KCH uses the Impella heart pump to take over the heart's pumping function during the stenting procedure.

An intra-aortic balloon pump IABP is a mechanical device that helps the heart pump blood.

Knox Community Hospital proudly collaborates with Electrophysiologists from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center to bring advanced heart care treatment to Knox County, without the travel time. To schedule an appointment with Emile Daoud,MD (heart rhythm disorders) or Steven Kalbfleisch,MD (cardiac arrhythmias) please call 740.397.5400.

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Watch the Talk With the Link Below!

Doc Talk: Barry George MD

The Astounding History & Progress of Cardiovascular Medicine

Dr. Barry George, MD, gave a Doc Talk, hosted at KCH on Thursday, May 2, 2024.

KCH is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care

Knox Community Hospital’s Stroke Program has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® —Stroke Silver quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. This ultimately leads to more lives saved and reduced disability.

Early Heart Attack Care (EHAC)

Early Heart Attack Care (EHAC) is an important initiative to reduce heart muscle loss in patients with critical heart conditions.

What is EHAC?

Early Heart Attack Care (or EHAC) education teaches recognition of a heart attack's early signs and symptoms. Why? We want to empower active bystanders in our community and save lives.
About 750,000 people in the US have heart attacks each year. Of those, about 116,000 died.
Many of these patients experienced early symptoms.

Learn the EARLY SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Someone might have one or more of these common symptoms. When they start, they can be mild or come and go. Over time, the symptoms and pain become more intense. Stay alert and always pay attention to chest pressure.

symptoms ehac

Survive Don't Drive

Hands-Only CPR

Two steps to saving a life.

Call 911
Push Hard and Fast

Our Services

Atrial Fibrillation Management

AFib can happen to anyone.

What is AFib? (Atrial Fibrillation)?
AFib is a heart rhythm problem that may or may not be noticeable as a racing, pounding, or fluttering sensation.

What are the symptoms of AFib?
Common symptoms may include:

Racing heart, fluttering, or palpitations
Fatigue, shortness of breath
Lightheadedness
Or no noticeable symptoms at all

Get regular check-ups
It's essential to listen to your heart. Those at risk for AFib should talk with a doctor and find out what they can do to lower their risks for stroke.

People with AFib are at greater risk for stroke.

AFib is linked with a 5x higher stroke risk.
Compared with white people – black people are approximately one-third less likely to be aware they have AFib.

Most people with AFib benefit from stroke protection

Those with AFib, need protection
Medications lower risks
Discuss any risk calculations with a healthcare provider.

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For more information, please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

AFib Can Happen to Anyone

Are You At Risk?

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac rehab is a medically supervised program designed to optimize cardiovascular health for those who have experienced heart-related conditions or incidents.

For more information, please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiovascular Patient Navigators

The Cardiovascular Services Department utilizes The Patient Navigator Program: Focus MI, which leverages evidence-based best practices to improve heart attack patients' care and outcomes and further reduce hospital readmissions beyond 30 days.

KCH Cardiovascular Patient Navigators are available by phone ((740.393.9744) 7 days a week for any patient who has received a cardiac stent. The KCH Cardiac Navigator will meet in person at the hospital to coordinate education and discharge care. The navigator will also follow recovery progress for the first three months after discharge to provide support and guidance during your recovery.

For more information, please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

Carotid Stenting

Carotid artery stenting is a procedure to open up a narrowed carotid artery. This procedure restores blood flow to the brain to prevent stroke. A stroke can occur if the artery becomes narrowed or blood clot forms, blocking blood flow to part of the brain.

For more information, please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

Critical Limb Ischemia

Critical limb ischemia (CLI) is a condition that can occur over time when your leg arteries are damaged. It's a severe form of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), which is caused when leg arteries narrow, reducing blood flow. If blood flow to the toe, foot, or leg is completely blocked, the tissue starts to die (gangrene). If this happens, you need medical care immediately to restore blood flow and possibly save the leg.

For more information, please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

Coumadin Management

For more information please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

Device Clinic

Maintenance and assistance with the following devices are available through the Device Clinic by one of our interventional cardiologists. For more information on the Device Clinic, please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

Types of devices

AICD (automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillator)
Loop Monitor
Pacemaker

Heart Devices and Implants (including the World's Smallest Leadless Pacemaker!)

World's Smallest Leadless Pacemaker!

The KCH Cardiology and Cardiovascular Services teams also provide care for traditional pacemakers, automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillator (AICD) implants, loop monitors and Cardiac Rescynchronization therapy.

World's Smallest Leadless Pacemaker!

Heart Failure Clinic

The Heart Failure Clinic, located in the Wright Family Medical Pavilion, offers treatment solutions specific to heart failure patients and those in need of a Diuretic Clinic or assistance managing medications.

Procedures and Services Offered:

Left and Right Heart Catheterization
Cardio MEMS HF System Implant
Pacemaker Implantation
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
Biventricular ICD
Biventricular Pacemaker
Loop Recorder Implantation
Loop Recorder Removal
Congestive Heart Failure Clinic at the Wright Family Medical Pavilion
Infusion Clinic at the Wright Family Medical Pavilion
Device Clinic
Education
Social Services
Nutrition Consultation
Palliative Care Consultation
CHF Rehabilitation Therapy

For more information, please email our CHFclinic@KCH.org (phone 740.326.3446 | fax 740.399.3833).

The CardioMEMS™ Heart Failure System

PAD (Peripheral Artery Disease) Rehabilitation

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) can lead to pain caused by reduced blood flow during daily activities or while exercising. PAD Rehabilitation can provide resources and support for those working to achieve an optimal level of cardiovascular fitness.

For more information, please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

Peripheral Vascular Screening

KCH offers a basic screening of these arteries. Appointments are necessary, call 740.392.8378 to schedule.

This screening is offered for adults only.
The test will take approximately 30 minutes, fasting is not required.
Cost: Peripheral Vascular Screening - $65. This will not be charged to insurance. You may pay by cash, check or credit card.

Peripheral Vascular Screening

Pulmonary Embolism Treatment

EKOS Infusion Catheter

EKOS therapy is a minimally invasive system for dissolving thrombus in the treatment of a pulmonary embolism.

For more information please email our Cardiac.Navigator@KCH.org.

THE CARDIOMEMS™ HEART FAILURE SYSTEM

Manage heart failure from the comfort of your home.

The CardioMEMS™ HF (Heart Failure) System along with proper diet and medication can increase your quality of life and reduce the chances of heart failure hospitalization.

Contact us today! CHFclinic@KCH.org

The CardioMEMS™ Heart Failure System

Heart Valve Testing

Electro-physiological Test

Heart Function Test

Implantables

Stress Test