Instituto de Cardiologia do Rio Grande do Sul

The Instituto de Cardiologia do Rio Grande do Sul (IC-FUC) is a premier cardiovascular center and research institution based in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Established in 1966, it operates as a specialized hospital and a major hub for clinical research and medical education in South America. The institute is recognized for its expertise in complex cardiac surgeries, heart transplants, and interventional cardiology. Beyond clinical care, IC-FUC is a pioneer in regenerative medicine research, particularly in the use of stem cell therapies for treating chronic heart disease. It serves as a primary teaching hospital for the Fundação Universitária de Cardiologia, training generations of cardiologists and surgeons.