Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute

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Expert Cardiac Care in Rhode Island

The Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute (LCVI) at Rhode Island, The Miriam and Newport hospitals provides the highest level of diagnostic, interventional, surgical and rehabilitative cardiac care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

We offer comprehensive cardiac services at multiple ambulatory center locations throughout the region for your convenience and include cardiac diagnostic testing and intervention, cardiac rehabilitation, heart failure management, congenital heart disease management and programs for lipid management, management of hypertension and disease prevention.

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Contact the Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 1-855-332-8474.

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Combined Expertise in Cardiovascular Care

Our cardiovascular specialists work as a team, across all disciplines, combining their expertise to provide an individualized treatment plan for each patient. Our philosophy of care emphasizes easy access for patients and an easy referral process for physicians.

Support the Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute

Please consider supporting the Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute by making a gift using our online donation form.

Donate to Support Cardiovascular Research

Support from our donors advances the mission of the Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute, helping our team provide expert patient care and conduct leading-edge research.

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Heart attack symptoms can vary from person to person. Some people may have very few symptoms or may not experience the most common symptoms.

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Act Fast If It's Your Heart

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Walter

After suffering a major heart attack, Walter's biggest victory was walking back into his office. Learn how the Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute helped make that possible.

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Should I See a Cardiologist?

Marilyn J. Weigner, MD

July 6, 2022

What is a cardiologist? A cardiologist is a physician who has completed specialized training in conditions that affect the heart. Cardiologists collaborate as a team – some work more generally with diagnoses and imaging of...