
We Have Ed’s Best Interests at Heart
After bypass surgery, catheter ablation and a valve replacement at Centra, Ed continues skiing, traveling and embracing life’s adventures.
Using the most advanced tests and treatments available, Centra is transforming heart and vascular care for people throughout central Virginia.

Our electrophysiologists provide expert arrhythmia care, including treatments for Afib, supraventricular tachycardia, atrial flutter and ventricular tachycardia.

Our vascular disease specialists offer surgical and nonsurgical treatments for blood vessel problems including peripheral artery disease.

Our cardiologists care for children and adults with congenital heart disease, and children with acquired heart problems like Kawasaki disease.
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Because heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, Centra Heart & Vascular Institute is dedicated to preventing, diagnosing and treating heart and vascular conditions. Your gift ensures that our patients, families and communities have access to state-of-the-art facilities and services, clinical expertise and advanced technology dedicated to cardiovascular care.
Make a GiftDr. Sackett and his team took excellent care of me. They are simply the best. I would absolutely recommend convergent ablation to anyone with long-standing arrhythmia. This procedure gave me my life back.
Shirley Shifflett , Arrhythmia Patient

There was little pain and a quick recovery. I’m glad I did the [WATCHMAN] procedure. Going off blood thinners meant my Afib could be managed without the constant risk of bleeding. The staff at Centra Heart & Vascular Institute was considerate and concerned.
Micki Singer , Structural Heart Disease Patient

I recently had the TAVR procedure done due to a reduction of blood flow through one of my heart valves. Thanks to Dr. Kanda's professionalism and expertise, I was able to go home on the same day as the operation and make a fast recovery. Now I’m back to doing whatever I want. I’m feeling good, keeping busy, and putting the valve to the test every day.
Bruce Wooldrige , TAVR Procedure Patient