It's a sad statistic.
Heart disease is the number one killer of adults in Indiana.
But there's good news, too. In recent years, St. Joseph Hospital has invested heavily in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disorders. The eight-bed facility is specially designed to provide immediate, personalized care to patients recovering from a heart attack or other coronary problems, as well as those awaiting balloon angioplasty treatment. All rooms are large and private but allow for 24-hour observation by certified cardiac registered nurses. Nurse modules are strategically placed outside each room so a nurse can watch two patients directly while sitting at the module.