Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital

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Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital is a hospital located in Columbus, Ohio, United States. It is a part of the Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University. The hospital specializes in cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, and vascular surgery.

History[edit | edit source]

The Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital was opened in 2004. It was named after Richard M. Ross, a prominent philanthropist and supporter of The Ohio State University. The hospital was designed to provide advanced, patient-centered care for heart disease and vascular disease patients.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The hospital has 150 beds, including 44 intensive care beds. It also has six operating rooms and six catheterization labs. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology for diagnosing and treating heart and vascular diseases.

Services[edit | edit source]

The Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital offers a wide range of services, including cardiac surgery, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, heart failure and transplant services, and vascular surgery. The hospital also has a dedicated emergency department for patients with heart and vascular emergencies.

Research[edit | edit source]

The hospital is involved in numerous clinical research studies aimed at improving the treatment of heart and vascular diseases. The research is conducted in collaboration with the Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute at The Ohio State University.

Recognition[edit | edit source]

The Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital has been recognized for its high-quality care. It has been ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report.


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD