Structural heart disease
Structural heart disease is a defect or abnormality present in the valves or chambers of the heart. If you or someone you love suffers from structural heart disease, know that we specialize in minimally invasive treatment procedures which minimize scarring, reduce recovery time, and improve outcomes.
What you need to know about structural heart disease
Atlantic Health System performs the highest number of valve procedures in New Jersey at Morristown Medical Center. Our comprehensive approach to care incorporates the latest groundbreaking procedures such as minimally invasive transcatheter valve implants for patients with severe aortic stenosis and MitraClip surgery for patients with mitral valve leakage.
Our advanced facility allows same-day discharge for some procedures. Learn more about our innovative techniques and devices.
A word from a patient
"When the anesthesia wore off, I felt good enough to dance a jig. I didn’t need any pain medication. I could not believe that all I had was a small bandage, and the next day, an even smaller one. It was truly an amazing process, absolutely amazing."
Lynn M., TAVR recipient
Find a structural heart specialist
Our specialists will diagnose and treat structural heart defects with advanced techniques.
Research and Clinical Trials
Pioneering heart valve therapies
Our cardiac team is dedicated to advancing heart valve care through groundbreaking research. We are actively participating in multiple national and international clinical trials to develop innovative treatment options.
