Heart Institute
Moustache Cardiologist Retires after 38 Years
Dr. David Hicks, a long-time cardiologist with the Heart Institute, retired after 38 years of service to our community. He practiced at the Little Rock-Kanis clinic and at our Heber Springs clinic. He’s known for his terrific handlebar moustache. Check out the pictures from the June party:
Dr. Trace Garner, Cardiologist in Monticello, Opens Newest Heart Institute Office
In 2017, the CHI St. Vincent Heart Institute opened a new cardiology clinic in Monticello. To celebrate the move to it’s permanent office, the teams held an open house and ribbon cutting in June 2018. Dr. Trace Garner and his team are enjoying getting to know Monticello and the surrounding communities. CHI St. Vincent Heart… View Full Post
Heart Walk Participants Enjoy Great Spring Day
Thanks to the families and friends who participated in the American Heart Association Heart Walk. Our own Jason Evans of the Heart Institute played an instrumental part in the planning and organizing of the annual event. CHI St. Vincent was the title sponsor and our coworkers lined the River Walk trail cheering on the hundreds… View Full Post
Coworker Appreciation Week Celebrated May 6-12
Mark your calendars! Coworker Appreciation Week will be celebrated May 6-12 with a week full of fun activities at each hospital and HCA. This is one of several ways throughout the year that we praise & celebrate our coworkers for all the work they do! This year, we’re also celebrating a high participation rate across… View Full Post
Values in Action Team Hosts Donation Drive For Local Charities
The value of the quarter is COMPASSION, and the Values in Action team is asking you to join them in showing compassion to our communities. Donations will be collected at each department beginning April 30 and then dropped off during Coworker Appreciation Week on the dates/locations below: Infirmary: May 10, from 11am-1pm, in the Terrace Room… View Full Post
Thanks to Marathon Volunteers
We supported the thousands who crossed the finish line at the Little Rock Marathon. As a major sponsor and supporter of this weekend of running and walking, CHI St. Vincent Heart Institute was also at the Marathon Expo to share health information. We met people of all ages; from Little Rock and beyond. Our nurses… View Full Post
New Magazine Launches to Promote Heart Health
A new magazine hit mailboxes this week! The 12-page publication is one of many promotional tools developed to raise awareness of the CHI St. Vincent Heart Institute. Featuring articles about better health, compelling patient stories, and Q&As with our doctors, the magazine will also be available in our clinics and family lounges at hospitals. Better… View Full Post
Dr. Borg Discusses Heart Health at Windstream
Dr. Douglas Borg. a cardiologist with the CHI St. Vincent Heart Institute, recently spoke to a group at Windstream about heart health as part of Heart Month in February. During the event, portion control plates were given out to attendees along with insightful information about heart attack signs and symptoms. Check out our health tools… View Full Post