USC Advanced Heart Failure Center
Our expert cardiologists offer best-in-class treatments to help you live with heart failure.
USC Advanced Heart Failure Center
Our expert cardiologists offer best-in-class treatments to help you live with heart failure.
Personalized Treatment for Better Outcomes
At the Center for Advanced Heart Failure at Keck Medicine of USC, our team of specialists have years of experience improving your heart health.
Heart failure occurs when the heart is weak and no longer pumps blood as it should. Although heart failure cannot be cured, many patients experience significant recovery with individualized treatment.
We use advanced screenings, noninvasive treatments and specialized surgeries to address your unique needs. We will create a plan that works best for you.
- Our clinicians develop groundbreaking methods of prevention, detection and treatment for heart disease.
- Our certified advanced practice nurse practitioners provide education, direct care and physician coordination.
- We offer access to left ventricular assist device (LVAD) for patients awaiting a heart transplant
- We offer implantable devices to keep your heart functioning while you recover from or await a heart transplant.
- Our clinical trials lead to new heart failure treatments and heart surgery techniques.
USC Cardiac and Vascular Institute
Our team designs heart and vascular treatments specifically for you to give you the best outcome.
Learn moreOur Specialists
View our teamCardiology
Our expert cardiologists use cutting-edge therapies to reduce your risk of heart disease and improve your quality of life.
Learn moreCardiac Surgery
Our renowned surgeons provide a full range of heart surgery options for adults and children.
Learn moreExtracorporeal Life Support
Our team specializes in the use of ECMO, a potentially lifesaving technology to help critically ill patients experiencing heart failure or lung disease.
Learn moreHeart Transplant
Our experts offer complete care for heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support, including access to the left ventricular assist device (LVAD).
Learn moreWorld-class Leadership
Our internationally renowned physicians and clinicians are dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive care. We are leaders in cutting-edge treatments, breakthrough research and exceptional outcomes.
Ajay S. Vaidya, MD
Raymond C. Lee, MD
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Clinical Trials
Participating in a clinical trial gives you access to new and promising therapies.
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