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    The Nancy & Bill Thompson Heart Valve Center specializes in diagnosing and treating valvular heart disease, including aortic, tricuspid, and mitral valve issues. From mitral regurgitation to high-risk repairs, Hoag offers expert, minimally invasive care.

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    Nationally Rated for Aortic Valve Surgery & TAVR

    For 2024-2025, U.S. News & World Report named Hoag a High-Performing Hospital — their highest distinction — in multiple cardiac disciplines, including Aortic Valve Surgery.
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    Front-Runner in Robot-Assisted Heart Surgery

    Hoag is one of the few institutions performing robotic heart surgery in Orange County and is designated a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery (COERS) by the Surgical Review Corporation. At Hoag, robotic-assisted heart valve treatment options include mitral valve repair, mitral valve replacement and tricuspid valve repair. Robotic surgery can provide superior outcomes with less pain, faster recovery and fewer complications.
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    Dedicated Heart Valve Nurse Navigator

    A diagnosis of a serious valve condition may often leave patients asking, “Where do I go from here?” At Hoag, we provide answers and much more through experienced clinical nurse navigators. Hoag’s clinical nurse navigator assists patients and their families, to help them access and navigate their care journey.
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    Convenient Cardiac Rehabilitation to Help You Gain Your Confidence

    Hoag’s cardiac rehabilitation program greatly benefit patients recovering from certain cardiovascular conditions as well as heart valve surgical repair or replacement. The comprehensive, physician-supervised program in Newport Beach and Irvine helps patients come back stronger through progressive physical exercise, risk factor modification, education and support. Hoag is with you at every step of your recovery.
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    I didn’t feel any pain at all when I woke up; I noticed the difference almost immediately.”

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