Our team-based approach to caring for your complete cardiac, thoracic and vascular needs including everything from prevention, screening with Planet Heart and education to complex surgical procedures is all done with one main goal: to help you love longer. We maintain a commitment to staying on the cutting edge of cardiovascular medicine and to excellence in patient care with a robust team of 35 cardiologists and surgeons in the area. Over the years, North Central Heart clinicians have been on the forefront of innovative procedures and developments helping to shape heart care in the region. We have earned national recognition for exceptional care that has improved the lives of thousands of people suffering from cardiovascular diseases. Since 1981, North Central Heart, a partial owner of CMS 5-star rated Avera Heart Hospital, has been leading the way in cardiac and vascular medicine. Our cardiac and vascular specialists provide a team-based approach to specifically diagnose and treat each person’s unique cardiovascular disorder, from the common to the complex. The North Central Heart team is the largest in South Dakota. No two people are alike, which is why the team of cardiovascular experts at North Central Heart works to treat each unique situation.Īs clinicians with specialized training in heart and vascular care, we're pleased you and your physician selected us for this special care. If you have questions, please call 1-877-AT-AVERA (1-87). Masks are required for all visitors regardless of vaccination status. Visitation is limited to two visitors per patient in hospitals, surgery centers, emergency departments and clinics during regular visitor hours.