Rady Children’s Heart Institute is a leading center for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery, with a team of 38 physicians, 12 associated physicians, and 11 associated specialists. The institute has achieved national recognition for excellence in medical and surgical outcomes, ranking as the top pediatric heart program on the West Coast and among the top three in the nation. The center is known for its innovative techniques, including being the first in the world to perform non-surgical catheter-only procedures in patients with congenital heart disease. Additionally, Rady Children’s offers state-of-the-art facilities such as a cardiac catheterization laboratory and a cardiothoracic ICU, providing specialized care for patients requiring cardiac services. The institute recently received a $3.14 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to improve MRI imaging during heart procedures in children. Rady Children’s has introduced several innovations recently, including the 3D heart modeling program, used to enhance surgical planning and training, and the Image-Guided Intervention Center, which employs real-time magnetic resonance imaging technology to improve interventional procedures. Awards for the center include its ranking as the No. 1 pediatric heart program on the West Coast by U.S. News & World Report and its recognition as a California Children’s Services-designated center of excellence. The institute is involved in over 65 ongoing research studies, focusing on advancing treatments for congenital heart defects through clinical trials and innovative approaches.
