Swedish Heart

The Swedish Heart & Vascular Institute (SHVI) is a leading cardiovascular care and research center based in Seattle, Washington, and is part of the Swedish Health Services network. It provides comprehensive clinical services ranging from advanced cardiac imaging and electrophysiology to complex cardiac surgery and heart transplantation. SHVI is heavily involved in clinical research, serving as a major site for international trials evaluating novel cardiovascular drugs, transcatheter valve therapies, and mechanical circulatory support devices. The institute is recognized for its high-volume structural heart program and its role in pioneering minimally invasive surgical techniques.