Heart Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support Program
Putting your heart in the hands of another is a big step. We’re here
to help you feel confident and empower you to make the best choice for
you and your heart health. RWJBarnabas Health’s Heart Transplantation
and Mechanical Circulatory Support program, available at Newark Beth Israel
Medical Center and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital-New Brunswick,
is a regional and national leader. Our two programs are the only heart
transplant centers in the state of New Jersey and have the most experience
caring for patients that require ECMO and VAD support.
Requesting an Appointment
Prior to scheduling an appointment with one of our cardiovascular specialists, you may request a referral from your cardiologist. In some cases, you may make a self-referral. For a self-referral, please contact us or request an appointment online.
Conditions Treated
Our program is able to treat a variety of heart conditions. These include but are not limited to:
- Cardiac amyloidosis
- Cardiac tumor
- Cardiomyopathy
- Congenital heart disease
- Heart failure
- Inherited cardiovascular disease
- Pulmonary hypertension
Procedures Offered
The specific procedure received will be based on several factors, including the type of heart disease you have and how severe it is; your age, medical history and lifestyle; and results of tests performed during your initial evaluation. Some of the procedural options may include:
Access to the Latest Medical and Clinical Research
RWJBarnabas Health Heart, Vascular & Thoracic also prides itself in providing patients with the opportunity to have access to the latest technology and medical advancements via participation in some of the most renowned clinical studies offered. As you are aware, clinical studies help bridge research and patient care by evaluating therapies, drugs and diagnostic tools to drive discoveries into clinical practice. To learn more about our clinical trials, please visit our Clinical Trials page.
Heart Care Video Library
View the RWJBarnabas Health Cardiac Video Playlist on YouTube!