Structural Heart Care

Structural heart disease affects how your heart is built and how it functions. When valves, chambers or other structures are not working properly, it can disrupt blood flow and put extra strain on your heart.

At Tanner Heart Care, we provide advanced evaluation and treatment for structural heart conditions. Using the latest technology and a team-based approach, we focus on improving heart function, reducing symptoms and helping you feel your best.

A multidisciplinary team of heart specialists includes interventional cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, advanced imaging cardiologists, cardiac anesthesiologists and more.

What is structural heart disease?

Structural heart disease refers to problems with the heart’s valves, walls or chambers. Some conditions are present at birth, while others develop over time.

Common conditions that we treat include:

Atrial fibrillation (AFib)
Left atrial appendage (LAA) issues
Valve disease affecting the aortic valve

When these conditions affect blood flow, they can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath or an increased risk of complications.

Advanced treatment options

Treatment depends on your condition and overall health. Our goal is to use the least invasive approach whenever possible while delivering the best outcome.

We offer:

Catheter-based procedures that treat heart conditions without open-heart surgery
Valve replacement, including minimally invasive techniques
Closure procedures for structural defects such as Patent foramen ovale (PFO) or Atrial septal defect (ASD) COMING SOON
Surgical options when a more complex repair is needed
The WATCHMAN procedure is a minimally invasive treatment designed to reduce stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation who cannot take long-term blood thinners. (During the procedure, a cardiologist places a small device in the left atrial appendage, a pouch in the heart where blood clots commonly form in patients with AFib. By sealing off this area, the WATCHMAN device helps prevent clots from entering the bloodstream and causing a stroke. The procedure is performed using a catheter inserted through a blood vessel, typically allowing for a shorter recovery time compared to open surgery.)
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)

Many structural heart procedures can be performed using small incisions and specialized tools, which may mean less pain and a faster recovery.

A coordinated, team-based approach for TAVR

Structural heart care often requires input from multiple specialists. Your care team may include interventional cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and imaging experts working together to develop your treatment plan.

From diagnosis through recovery, we focus on:

Thorough evaluation and advanced imaging
Personalized treatment recommendations
Clear communication and ongoing support

Structural Heart Care

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

Take the next step

If you have been diagnosed with a structural heart condition or are experiencing symptoms, expert care is available here at Adams Heart Center, Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton.

Request an appointment with a cardiologist on Tanner’s medical staff or call Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists at 770-812-9326 to make an appointment.

Call Now