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Cardiac catheterization

As a minimally invasive, nonsurgical procedure, cardiac catheterization allows our expert cardiologists to accurately and efficiently diagnose problems in heart function and blockage.

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What you need to know about cardiac catheterization

Morristown Medical Center's transradial approach

Learn more from Cardiac Catheterization Lab Medical Director, Jordan Safirstein, MD

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I’ve lived in this area for the past 50 years, and I’ve always had a great experience with Overlook Medical Center. It made a big difference to have this done locally, where my wife could pick me up afterward and I could be back home in just a few minutes.- Bill, cardiac catheterization patient

Radial lounge

One of the first in the region, the newly-designed radial lounge inside Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center has six comfortable bays for patients and their family members. Recovering patients can walk around, help themselves to food and beverages, or relax in comfortable chairs, all while being monitored via wireless telemetry.

Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center

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