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Physicians now can treat more patients with congenital heart disease using minimally invasive procedures. Sophisticated tools and procedures have nearly eliminated the need for open heart surgery. In a minimally invasive procedure, surgeons insert a catheter — a small tube — into a blood vessel and then thread tools through the tube. The catheter gives the surgeon access to the area that needs repair or testing.
The Cardiac Catheterization Program cardiologists with Norton Children’s Heart Institute use the newest catheter and device technologies to provide advanced diagnoses and treatment.
Norton Children’s Hospital has two dedicated, state-of-the-art pediatric cardiac catheterization laboratories. Norton Children’s Hospital is the only hospital in Kentucky to offer to replace poorly functioning pulmonary valves.
Tiny Heavenleigh, born with a rare heart condition, received the first-ever pacemaker designed for a premature infant. Discover her incredible journey and the medical team who made it possible.
The Cardiac Catheterization Program team works closely with other physicians and programs within Norton Children’s Heart Institute, affiliated with the University of Louisville. Our team performs all diagnostic testing, surgeries and follow-up care at Norton Children’s Hospital.
Our providers are skilled in treating congenital heart conditions in children. You can draw strength, comfort and confidence from our highly trained specialists, including: