Heart & Vascular Care

Designation of Chest Pain Center Accreditation

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Wayne UNC Health Care Heart and Vascular for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. The health system recently gained Chest Pain Center Accreditation, following a rigorous onsite evaluation of the team’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.

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Enjoy coordinated heart and vascular care from a team of skilled specialists dedicated to your health. At Wayne UNC Health Care, you’ll find high-quality tests and treatments close to home in Goldsboro, North Carolina—so you can spend less time travelling and remain near your local family and friends.

Cardiovascular Treatments & Services

Enjoy coordinated, personalized heart and vascular care from a team with experience in a wide range of services and treatments, including:

• Cardiac catheterization and interventional cardiology
• Electrical cardioversion
• Vein care and vascular procedures
• Cardiac rehabilitation

Heart Disease Support Group

If you or a loved one live with heart disease, gain support and understanding at Mended Hearts. During monthly support group meetings, you’ll hear from health care professionals and connect with others who share your health challenges and victories.

Nationally Recognized Stroke Care

Trust Wayne UNC for the best evidence-based emergency stroke treatment. We received Get with The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and Target: Stroke Honor Roll from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association.

High-Tech Operating Room

When a surgical or interventional procedure is the best treatment for your condition, you may receive care in Wayne UNC’s cardiovascular hybrid operating room. This high-tech facility features leading surgical technology coupled with advanced imaging capabilities to help your doctor treat you with efficiency and precision.

Diagnostic Tests & Screenings

You and your doctor have access to a wide range of specialized diagnostic tests at Wayne UNC, including:

• Angiogram – Uses a special dye and real-time X-ray to show blood flow in your arteries and veins
• Cardiac event monitoring – Records your heart’s activity for 24 hours or more using a portable device
• Coronary calcium score – Scans your heart arteries for calcium buildup, which can lead to heart problems
• Doppler ultrasound – Examines blood flow using high-frequency sound waves
• Echocardiogram – Creates a moving picture of your heart using high-frequency sound waves
• Electrocardiogram – Checks your heart’s electrical activity
• Stress tests, including exercise stress test and nuclear stress test– Looks for changes in your heart during or after exercise

Conditions We Treat

Turn to Wayne UNC Health Care for comprehensive cardiovascular care, including treatment of:

• Arrhythmia
• Angina (chest pain)
• Heart attack
• Heart disease
• Heart failure
• Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)