Cardiac Surgery

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At Merit Health Wesley, our cardiovascular surgeons and staff provide a wide variety of cardiac surgeries to strengthen, repair and maintain hearts. We're committed to providing quality care for patients who need a helping hand with their heart health.

Merit Health Wesley was the first hospital in Mississippi to implant an MRI-compatable pacemaker. Magnetic resonance imaging is one of the most accurate and least invasive ways for doctors to obtain images of the body’s soft tissue, such as organs and muscles. In the past, patients with pacemakers were recommended not to get MRIs because it can interrupt the pacemaker function. The implantable pacing system can be programmed via remote prior to and after the test, making it relatively safe for use during an MRI.

Cardiovascular Recovery Unit
Merit Health Wesley offers specialized care for patients recovering from cardiac surgery in our dedicated Cardiovascular Recovery Unit (CVR). Surgery is only part of the answer for patients, and the specialized care in this unit extends to patients’ families as well. Treatment focuses on educating the patients and their families and ensuring all their needs are met - from surgery to dietary issues to rehabilitation.