Research
We are passionate about improving heart care through scientific discovery. Learn more about how we foster cardiovascular research, including our venture into the field of cardiovascular "genomic" research.
Education
Our education center provides accurate, clear and understandable information about heart disease.
We also invite medical professionals to attend live meetings, participate in web casts and browse information available on the site.
Community Outreach
Washington, DC is home to more than 500,000 people and the nation's capitol. It is a cultural hub, a thriving city for business and a top tourist destination.
Unfortunately, Washington, DC, also ranked third in a state-by-state comparison of deaths due to heart disease.
What's New
Heart to Heart
ReStart DC - A program to raise awareness about sudden cardiac arrest and the critical need for AED access
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Heart to Heart
A new public education initiative - Heart2Heart - Conversations about heart disease, prevention and treatment options. Read More...
The Richard B. and Lynne V. Cheney Cardiovascular Institute Established
It was a generous $2.7 million charitable contribution from Vice President Richard Cheney and Mrs. Lynne Cheney that gave the Institute its beginning.
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