The Arizona Heart Institute School of Cardiac Ultrasound offers a comprehensive program designed to provide an in-depth clinical experience that will enable the students to produce accurate, high-quality echocardiographic images. Through didactic presentation, students acquire the knowledge needed to make the distinction between normal cardiac anatomy and cardiac pathology. In addition, the program emphasizes an understanding of basic cardiology and ancillary cardiovascular diagnostic procedures.
The Arizona Heart Institute, an outpatient facility for the prevention, detection, and treatment of heart disease, was established in 1971 by Edward B. Diethrich, M.D., and internationally renowned cardiovascular surgeon. At the time, the Arizona Heart Foundation was established to develop and support research and educational programs. Under the leadership of Dr. Diethrich, the Institute and the Foundation have pioneered the development of preventive programs and new medical and surgical therapies for heart disease.
The Institute offers a full array of cardiovascular diagnostic tests using state-of-the-art technology. Its international reputation attracts a patient population that presents a comprehensive range of cardiac pathologies.
In addition to the School of Cardiac Ultrasound, the Foundation funds professional training in exercise physiology for cardiac rehabilitation and in medical illustration, photography, and video. Other programs are designed for pre-med students and foreign medical personnel. The Foundation also sponsors a variety of seminars for physicians and the general public.
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