OHH News

Like any technology, pacemakers and defibrillators require periodic checkups. Learn more about device follow-up appointments at Oklahoma Heart Hospital.

At the Oklahoma Heart Hospital, doctors perform two types of surgical ablation to treat atrial fibrillation: convergent and Cox Maze IV. Learn more about the difference in these two procedures and how they help patients with AFib.

For people whose atrial fibrillation (AFib) is not successfully treated with medication or catheter ablation, a surgical ablation may be needed. Learn more about this option and how it compares to catheter ablation.

Getting a pacemaker? Learn more about the placement procedure, precautions to take, and how long the battery should last.

June 9, 2016 (Oklahoma City, OK) – Oklahoma Heart Hospital’s Wound Center is using this week to help raise awareness of chronic wounds.  The third annual Wound Care Awareness Week is being held from June 6 to June 10. It’s an opportunity to spend an entire week educating physicians, patients and the general public about […]

Slow or abnormal heart rhythms can impact people of any age. Common symptoms include fatigue and being unable to exercise or even complete daily tasks such as walking or climbing stairs. Learn more about how a pacemaker can help.

Ejection fraction is an important number for patients with heart disease or patients taking medication that can potentially damage the heart. Learn more about why measuring your heart’s efficiency matters.

Ejection fraction is a calculation that helps measure the efficiency of the heart. Learn more about the various ways Oklahoma Heart Hospital physicians measure a patient’s ejection fraction.

Of the four primary types of syncope, reflex mediated syncope is the most common. Simple changes to increase blood volume may help reduce the frequency of passing out.

Syncope is a sudden, complete loss of consciousness more commonly described as passing out or fainting. Learn more about what causes it and potential ways to reduce the frequency of syncope.

LAWTON, Okla. (March 22, 2016) – When Dr. Karen Clark was deciding her career path nearly 30 years ago, she was called to the field of medicine where she could combine her fascination of physiology and human anatomy with her love of helping people.   Clark brings her passion for people and science to her […]

While atrial fibrillation isn’t lift threatening on its own, it increases the risk of stroke. Learn more about treatment options available through the Oklahoma Heart Hospital.

OKLAHOMA CITY (March 8, 2016) – The Oklahoma Heart Hospital (OHH) Wound Center recently received a Center of Distinction Award from the Healogics network for its high patient satisfaction scores and outstanding wound-healing rate.   In January 2015, OHH opened the wound center in Oklahoma City, which is a member of the Healogics network, the […]

ARDMORE, Okla. ( ) – The new year has brought a new partnership for Mercy Hospital Ardmore. On Jan. 1, 2016, the Oklahoma Heart Hospital (OHH) began managing the cardiac program at Mercy Hospital Ardmore, which streamlines Mercy’s cardiology strategy across the state.    Since opening its first campus nearly 14 years ago in Oklahoma […]

Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular heart rhythm that increases the chance of stroke. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and who is most at risk for AFib.

Find out what to expect during and after a catheter ablation procedure, including risks and recovery time

Learn more about how catheter ablation can be a life-changing procedure for patients with a heart arrhythmia.

Patients and family members of patients considering a defibrillator may have many questions about the procedure, monitoring, maintenance, or other questions. The following questions are some of the most common questions about defibrillators that we hear at the Oklahoma Heart Hospital. What’s involved in the placement procedure for a defibrillator? Implanting a typical two-wire defibrillator […]

Doug Horstmanshof, MD Directory of Integris Transplant Center Topics Discussed Treatment Options for Advanced Heart Failure: beyond medications. LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) – When is it time and what is it like to live with an LVAD? LVAD is a mechanical pump that’s used to support heart function and blood flow. Live patient demonstration. […]

We are a community for patients (as well as family and friends) with pacemakers, implantable cardiac defibrillators (ICD), or wearable cardiac defibrillators (LifeVest). Our group is focused on bringing together patients and their healthcare team to provide support and discussion through our Facebook group and quarterly meetings. Next Meeting July 14, 2016 Where Fourth Floor […]