Dr. McCants has been a key player in the launch of several Norton Heart & Vascular Institute initiatives, including leading a team to DNV certification for the first accredited left ventricular assist device program in Norton Healthcare’s history. The program is responsible for more than 15 life-sustaining mechanical circulatory support implants. Under the leadership of Dr. McCants, the Heart Failure and Recovery Program has recovery rates higher than the national average. His medical specialty in advanced cardiac care has led to a shared care program that facilitates transplant services through a partner institution. His passion for health equity and desire to improve health outcomes in traditionally underserved communities has grown into partnerships with large faith-based organizations and churches. He has received numerous awards, including the Trustees of Inclusion Equity Award, the McDaniel Bluitt Hope Award, and the Louisville Business First Healthcare Heroes Health Equity Champion award.
