For Patients

We’re dedicated to keeping you well-informed and prepared for heart procedures, including what to expect at the hospital and during recovery.

Whether you've been diagnosed with a heart and vascular condition or you're undergoing surgery or a minimally invasive heart procedure, you can expect exceptional care at El Camino Health — heart care that exceeds national standards. We believe an important part of good patient care is keeping you well-informed.

Your heart care team will explain:

What you need to know about your upcoming heart surgery.
What you can expect for a minimally invasive heart procedure.
How to control your blood pressure, and what you need to know about blood thinners (antiplatelet medicines).
How to maintain good health and lead a heart-healthy lifestyle, including information about cholesterol.
How to manage conditions such as heart failure and angina.
How our outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Program can help you lower your heart disease risk factors.

Patient Information Handbooks

Atrial Fibrillation Catheter Ablation and Recovery (Download PDF)
Cardiovascular Surgery and Recovery (Download PDF)
Information Handbook for Coronary Artery Disease (Download PDF)
Information Handbook for Thoracic Surgery and Recovery (Download PDF)
Living Well with Heart Failure: A Guide for Patients, Families and Caregivers (Download PDF)
The WATCHMAN™ Procedure: A Handbook for Patients (Download PDF)
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): A Handbook for Patients (Download PDF)
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair: A Handbook for Patients (Download PDF)

Day of Surgery Prepare to Go Home Recovery at Home Recovery in the Hospital Recovery After Minimally Invasive Procedure