MORE HOME ABOUT US PATIENT CENTER SERVICES Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Specialist Healing Hearts Clinic Our Services Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Tweet Healing Hearts Clinic Cardiologists located in Conroe, TX & The Woodlands, Shenandoah, TX If you have a weak or damaged aortic valve, you might benefit from a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). The expert cardiologists at Healing Hearts Clinic in Conroe, The Woodlands, and Huntsville, Texas, provide comprehensive exams to identify the best option to treat your heart condition, and they offer TAVR to repair aortic valve problems. Call Healing Hearts Clinic today, or schedule a consultation online for expert cardiovascular health care. REQUEST APPOINTMENT Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Q & A What is TAVR? TAVR is an FDA-approved, minimally invasive surgical procedure to repair a weak or damaged aortic valve using a replacement valve. Your cardiologist performs the entire procedure with a catheter, and instead of removing your existing valve, they wedge the replacement into place. Why would I need TAVR? The team at Healing Hearts Clinic recommends TAVR when you have symptomatic aortic stenosis. Aortic stenosis occurs when your aortic valve narrows and no longer opens fully. This reduces the blood flow from your heart to the rest of your body. When your condition is symptomatic, it means that the malfunctioning valve is causing symptoms that you experience in your body. The warning signs and symptoms of aortic stenosis include: Chest pain Heart murmur Shortness of breath Dizziness Fatigue Over time, aortic stenosis can lead to heart failure. If you have any signs of cardiovascular disease, schedule an appointment right away to find out what’s causing your symptoms and get the treatment you need. The team at Healing Hearts Clinic provides comprehensive testing to evaluate your cardiovascular health and diagnose your condition. They discuss your treatment options and answer your questions so you can make the best choice for your health. How does TAVR work? TAVR is similar to a stent. Your cardiologist uses a catheterization procedure to place a collapsible replacement valve in your heart. When the new valve is in place, it pushes the weak or damaged valve leaflets out of the way and starts working, which allows your heart to pump your blood more efficiently. What happens during a TAVR procedure? Unlike conventional valve-replacement procedures, a TAVR procedure doesn’t require your cardiologist to open your chest and sternum. Instead, they make a small incision in your groin or chest and feed a catheter through your blood vessels until it reaches your aortic valve. Then, using special surgical instruments, they fit the prosthetic valve into your heart. TAVR is similar to having an angiogram, balloon angioplasty, or stent placement. Depending on your needs, you might only have a sedative to keep you in a twilight state during the procedure. Most patients spend 3-5 days recovering in the hospital and can return to their regular activities more quickly than if they had a traditional surgery. If you have aortic stenosis or are looking for expert cardiology care, call Healing Hearts Clinic or make an appointment online today. REQUEST APPOINTMENT WHAT WE OFFER Services Chest Pain more info Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) more info Stroke more info Heart Attack more info Heart Failure more info Heart Murmur more info High Cholesterol more info Hypertension more info Arrhythmia more info Preoperative Evalutation more info Peripheral Arterial Disease more info Echocardiogram more info Stents more info Fainting more info Varicose Veins more info Leg Pain more info Atrial Fibrillation more info Shortness of Breath more info Pacemaker more info Stress Testing more info EKG more info Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Accessibility Notice Contact Us Healing Hearts Clinic, Conroe, TX Phone (appointments): 936-441-9680 Phone (general inquiries): 936-441-9680 Address: 100 Medical Center Blvd, Suite 200, Conroe, TX 77304 Healing Hearts Clinic, Shenandoah, TX Phone (appointments): 936-441-9680 Phone (general inquiries): 936-441-9680 Address: 129 Vision Park, Suite 306, Shenandoah, TX 77384 Healing Hearts Clinic, Huntsville, TX Phone (appointments): 936-441-9680 Phone (general inquiries): 936-441-9680 Address: 116 Medical Office Park, Suite A-2, Huntsville, TX 77340 4.86/5 (190 reviews)