Heart Institute Videos

¿Qué son los defectos cardíacos congénitos?

Acompáñenos a hablar con el Dr. Juan Bolivar, intensivista cardíaco pediátrico de Nicklaus Children's Hospital, para entender mejor los defectos cardíacos congénitos. En este episodio, analizaremos qué son los defectos cardíacos congénitos, los síntomas para identificarlos y cómo tratarlos.

The Heart of the Family: Meet Jack

Kimberly's pregnancy was going well until a 20-week anatomy scan revealed concerns for her baby boy. After this initial shock, the family turned to The Prenatal Heart Program at Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute for further evaluation.

Meet Dr. Shyam K. Sathanandam - The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's

Meet Dr. Shyam K. Sathanandam, Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine and Co-Director of the renowned Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute. A globally recognized pediatric interventional cardiologist and pioneer in groundbreaking procedures for neonates and premature infants.

The Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute

At Nicklaus Children's we're redefining pediatric care with cutting edge innovation and expertise. Our Heart Institute boasts the highest survival rate for cardiac surgeries in South Florida. Each year we perform over 1,000 cardiac procedures, giving children the chance to grow, play and pursue their dreams. At Nicklaus Children's we deliver innovation with results, with one child in mind: yours.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital's free EKG Screening Program

Jamie was found to have a heart condition thanks to a free EKG screening held at a City of Miami summer camp in 2024. Nicklaus Children’s and the City of Miami joined forces to extend the hospitals free EKG screenings program to children in City of Miami parks.

Prenatal Care For Babies Suspected of Having a Congenital Heart Defect

Discover how advances in medical technology allow most congenital heart defects to be detected before birth.

Born with a Fighting Chance

The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, where your child matters most.

Meet Doctor Bhavi Patel

Bhavi Patel, MD is a pediatric cardiac intensivist with the Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Meet Doctor Anthony Rossi

Anthony Rossi, MD is a pediatric cardiac intensivist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Meet Doctor Juan Bolivar

Juan Bolivar, MD, is the director of Cardiac Intensive Care with the Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Meet Doctor Redmond Burke

Redmond Burke, MD is the NCPS Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery with the Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Syncope in Children and Adolescents wtih Dr. Martinez

Join Dr. Yadira Martinez, pediatric cardiologist and director of Outpatient Cardiology at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, as she discusses the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of syncope in children and adolescents.

Meet Doctor Danyal Khan

Danyal Khan, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric cardiologist with the The Heart Institute.

Meet Doctor Madalsa Patel

Madalsa Patel, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric intensivist with The Heart Institute.

How is a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) treated?

Lourdes Prieto, MD, Pediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiologist with Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute, explains the different methods to close a PDA in preterm babies (premies) and full term babies.

Meet Doctor Patcharapong Suntharos

Meet Dr. Suntharos, Pediatric and Adult Congenital Interventional Cardiologist.

A Child's Journey: Olivia's Story

Olivia was born with a congenital heart defect, her first open heart surgery was scheduled just days after she took her first breath. Olivia's parents placed their trust in the hands of The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Meet Doctor Juan Carlos Muñiz

Juan Carlos Muñiz, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is the Director of Cardiac Non-Invasive Imaging at The Heart Institute.

New anesthesia offering helps cardiac patients recover faster and with less pain

In this news story Dr. Kristine Guleserian, renowned heart surgeon, talk about Exparel. Exparel is a new anesthesia offering that helps cardiac patients recover faster and with less pain after heart surgery. 13 year-old Jessica Garcia, born with a congenital heart defect (VSD) was the first pediatric patient to use this treatment.

Meet Doctor Lourdes Rosa Prieto

Lourdes Prieto, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric and adult congenital cardiologist with The Heart Institute.

Meet Doctor Darline Santana-Acosta

Darline Santana-Acosta, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric intensivist with The Heart Institute.

Meet Doctor Yadira Martinez-Fernandez

Yadira Martinez-Fernandez, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is the Director of Outpatient Cardiology at The Heart Institute.

What is the importance of a Healthy Lifestyle? - Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez explains

Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez, the Director of Outpatient Cardiology at The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, explains the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

When should I see a pediatric cardiologist? - Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez explains

Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez, the Director of Outpatient Cardiology at The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, lists some of the cardiac risk factors to look for a pediatric cardiologist.

What is the importance of an EKG screening for young athletes? - Dr. Anthony Rossi explains

The leading cause of sudden death among young athletes is sudden cardiac death (SCD). Every three days in the U.S., a student athlete dies of SCD. Usually there are no advance signs or symptoms.

To schedule a free EKG screening, please visit: https://www.nicklauschildrens.org/freeEKG

Meet Doctor Joy Baysa

Joy Baysa, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric cardiologist and electrophysiologist with The Heart Institute.

Teegan's Story

Once the Heart Institute Team team met with Teegan and her family, the doctors realized that this was a case unlike any they had seen before. From before birth she had been diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, and then they realized that she had a little less than half a heart and only one lung.
This is the story of how the Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, determined to repair Teegan’s heart, used innovative techniques to figure out the best way to treat Teegan’s condition.