Texas Heart Institute is a Leader in Cardiovascular Research & Education

THE NEXT FIRST in Cardiovascular Discovery will happen here.

Some of the greatest inventions in the history of mankind have been made right here at Texas Heart Institute. Learn more about our history of firsts.
Clinical Trials at Texas Heart Institute

Our physicians and researchers are dedicated to improving patient care for those suffering from heart disease, and the clinical trials underway at THI are vital to advancing the development of new medicines and therapies. View our current clinical trials.
Straight Talk from Dr. Stephanie

Every 4 minutes, somebody in the U.S. dies of a stroke. In honor of May being National Stroke Awareness Month, Dr. Stephanie Coulter dedicated the latest issue of Straight Talk to understanding the signs of stroke, why you should care and what you can control to help prevent a stroke from occurring.

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From the THI Board of Trustees

Leading Pediatric Heart Surgeon, Dr. Charles D. Fraser, Jr., Joins Texas Heart Institute Board

Officials at the Texas Heart Institute (THI) announced today the appointment of a longstanding member of the THI family, Charles Fraser, Jr., MD, to its Board of Trustees.
Summer Updates

WomenHeart Houston Support Group Meeting

Texas Heart Institute – a proud member of WomenHeart’s National Hospital Alliance program – has partnered with WomenHeart to support women cardiac patients by serving as the host site for the WomenHeart Houston chapter’s support group meetings. Meetings are free of charge and open to all, regardless of where treatment is received. Next Meeting August 8!
Upcoming Events

Texas Heart Institute CME Symposia

Our Office of Continuing Medical Education (CME) has been recognized as an accredited provider for over 35 years, and was recently awarded Accreditation with Commendation. We provide several comprehensive and innovative CME activities throughout the year, including conferences and symposia. Register for one of our upcoming offerings.

Next First in Cardiac Arrhythmia Treatments

Texas Heart Institute’s Electrophysiology Clinical Research & Innovations department (ECRI) is pioneering some of the most ground breaking cardiac arrhythmias research and management today in collaboration with institutions across the US. With a history of firsts in man devices, the next first in cardiac arrhythmia treatments is already happening at the Texas Heart Institute.