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(352) 265-0751

UF Health Heart Transplant – Heart & Vascular Hospital

Address

1505 SW Archer Road
Gainesville, Florida 32608
Directions, parking and more

Phone Numbers

Appointment (352) 265-0751
Office (352) 265-0751
Fax (352) 627-4421

Hours of Operation

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At the UF Health Heart Transplant - Heart & Vascular Hospital, we offer heart transplantation services for children and adults. Our services include:

Heart failure

This program focuses on the treatment of patients with congestive heart failure.

The Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) program, led by Dr. Mustafa M. Ahmed, uses state-of-the-art devices to assist the heart when waiting for transplantation or as a permanent solution. We are a Joint Commission Disease Specific certified VAD center.

Heart transplant

This program combines the expertise of cardiothoracic surgeons and cardiologists to perform the transplant and care for patients long after. Learn about preparing for a heart transplant and what to expect during and after surgery.

Forms

UF Health Heart Transplant Referral Form (PDF)

Conditions and treatments

Our experts

  • Mustafa M Ahmed, MD
    Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Specialist
    Mustafa M Ahmed
  • Mohammad Al-Ani, MD, FACC, FSCMR
    Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Specialist
    Languages: Arabic
    Mohammad A Z Al-Ani
  • Juan M Aranda, MD, FACC
    Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Specialist
    Languages: Spanish
  • Mark S Bleiweis, MD
    Cardiovascular Surgeon, Congenital Heart Specialist - Surgery
    Mark S Bleiweis
  • Eric I Jeng, MD, MBA, FACS, FACC
    Cardiovascular Surgeon
    Eric I Jeng
  • Alex M Parker, MD
    Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Specialist
    Alex M Parker
See all 8 doctors

Meeting your health care needs

For your convenience and peace of mind

  • Accessibility

    Aids and services are available to help people with disabilities communicate effectively.

  • ATM and Banking

    Many of UF Health's properties have various branch ATMs and/or branch offices.

  • Baby-Changing Station

    Baby-changing stations are available in many of UF Health's restrooms.

  • Coffee

    Options include Opus Coffee and Starbucks in the hospital atriums.

  • UF Health Heart & Vascular and Neuromedicine Hospitals Dining Options

  • Free Wifi

    Patients and guests get free wireless internet access at UF Health hospitals.

  • Gardens and Outdoor Spaces

    The Garden of Hope, Sun Terrace, and other spaces help patients and families relax.

  • Gender-Neutral Restroom

    Gender-neutral, public restrooms are located throughout UF Health's properties.

  • Gift Shops

    The Gift Stops offer a wide variety of gifts and products for patients and families.

  • Interpreters / Hearing Impaired

    UF Health provides free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

  • Medical Records

    You can download a form or call (352) 594-0909 to have medical records mailed or faxed.

  • Notary Public

    Notary services are available to patients and visitors Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Smoke-Free

    Smoking, chewing tobacco, or using electronic cigarettes is prohibited on UF Health properties.

  • Social Services

    Social workers are part of the patient's care team and work with medical staff and nurses.

  • Virtual Care

    In some cases, UF Health offers telehealth care via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.

  • Virtual Visitation

    In some cases, UF Health offers telehealth visits via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.

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