Naples Heart Institute

Naples Heart Institute, now operating as the NCH Rooney Heart Institute, is a leading cardiovascular care provider and clinical research center based in Naples, Florida. As a specialized division of the NCH Healthcare System, the institute provides a full spectrum of cardiac services, including interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and advanced cardiothoracic surgery. It is recognized for its high-volume participation in global clinical trials, currently managing over 40 active research programs in areas such as structural heart disease and heart failure. The institute is currently expanding its footprint with the construction of the $200 million R.M. Schulze Family Cardiovascular and Stroke Critical Care Center, aimed at establishing Southwest Florida as a national destination for heart health. Its clinical excellence is further bolstered by a long-standing affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network.