Heart (Cardiovascular)

St.Joseph Hospital if the only hospital in Howard county that is accredited as both a Chest Pain Center and a Stroke Center of Excellence, and we’re the only hospital with seamless access to the best heart care in Indiana at the St.Vincent Heart Center of Indiana. The St.Vincent Heart Center has been ranked #1 in Indiana for Cardiology Services for seven years in a row and #1 in Indiana for Coronary Interventional Procedures for seven years in a row.

Whether you come to us with a cardiovascular emergency or your doctor has ordered cardiovascular testing or rehabilitation, we can help. The cardiology department at St.Joseph Hospital offers a wide range of diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation services, including:

• Stress testing
• Nuclear cardiology
• Holter monitoring
• Vascular testing
• Venous vascular imaging
• Cardiac catheterization
• Echocardiography
• Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitiation
• C.O.A.G. Clinic for patients taking Coumadin (warfarin)

About the St.Joseph C.O.A.G. Clinic

Patients who take blood-thinning medications such as Coumadin (warfarin) should receive regular monitoring to ensure the medication is at a safe and therapeutic level. The St.Joseph Hospital C.O.A.G. Clinic provides that service for hundreds of patients in Howard and the surrounding counties. Located on the main floor of St.Joseph Hospital in the Cardiology department, we’re staffed by nurses and pharmacists with special expertise in monitoring and managing anti-coagulation medications. We’re open extended hours for the convenience of patients who work.

Utilizing the St.Joseph Hospital C.O.A.G. Clinic is fast and easy. After the patient’s doctor sends us the order to treat the patient, we’ll call to schedule the first appointment. During that first visit, we'll talk to the patient about their individual situation, do a quick and nearly painless fingerstick to get a drop of blood for monitoring, and take all the steps necessary to ensure the patient’s medication is adjusted properly, including educating the patient about diet and lifestyle considerations that can impact levels. The first appointment typically takes about 45 minutes. Subsequent appointments are scheduled for 15 minutes each, ensuring patients are in and out quickly.

Taking anticoagulant medications is a bit more complicated than just taking a pill. Levels can be impacted by everything from food choices and over-the-counter medications, to illness and surgery. We’re here to help make sure anti-coagulation therapy is safe and effective, as well as to answer the questions that may come up over the course of your therapy. For more information, call the St.Joseph Hospital C.O.A.G. Clinic at 765.456.5434.

Location

1907 West Sycamore Street
Kokomo, Indiana 46901
(765) 456-5599