Your Heart Never Goes Off Duty

Protecting your heart is one of the most important things you can do, especially if you work in a high-stress profession. We deliver specialized cardiac care tailored to the demands of first responders and other individuals who experience high job-related stress.

We also accept workers' compensation, providing the documentation and coordinated care your case requires.

 

 

 

 

The Risk is Real

3 x the Risk
Firefighters are up to three times more likely to die from cardiac events than from fire-related injuries on the job.
30 % +
Law enforcement officers face significantly elevated rates of hypertension and early-onset cardiovascular disease.
0 Symptoms
Many cardiac conditions develop without symptoms, making proactive screening critical for anyone in a high-demand role.

High-Stress Work Takes a Toll on Your Heart

Florida Heart & Lung Bill (F.S. 112.18)

Our cardiology group specializes in treating first responders (firefighters, law enforcement officers, and correctional officers) who qualify under Florida’s Heart and Lung Bill.

The physical demands, chronic stress, and irregular schedules of high-stress professions can significantly increase your risk of heart disease, often before any symptoms appear. Whether you're responding to emergencies, working unpredictable hours, or managing life-or-death situations daily, your cardiovascular system bears the weight.

That's why proactive cardiac care can be lifesaving for high-risk individuals.

If you have a work-related condition, we work directly with workers' compensation programs, helping you navigate the process while keeping your cardiac care on track.

Who We Serve

First Responders
Firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and EMTs managing occupational cardiovascular risk.

Workers' Comp Patients
Job-related cardiac conditions with thorough documentation and coordinated care.

Patients on Blood Thinners
Ongoing monitoring and careful management for those on anticoagulant therapies.

Medicare Beneficiaries
Comprehensive cardiovascular care, fully accepted under Medicare.

High-Stress Professionals
Anyone whose work creates chronic physical or emotional cardiovascular strain.

Specialized Care That Helps Your Heart Stay Strong

Our team provides a full range of cardiovascular services designed to catch problems early, manage existing conditions, and help you protect your heart for the long haul.

  • Cardiac Risk Assessment

  • Stress Testing & EKG

  • Holter & Event Monitoring

  • Hypertension Management

  • Anticoagulation Monitoring

  • Cholesterol & Preventive Care

  • And more

 

 

 

Workers' Compensation? We've Got You Covered.

Our practice works directly with workers' compensation programs to evaluate and manage job-related cardiac conditions. We provide the thorough documentation and coordinated care your case requires, so you can focus on what matters most: your recovery.

 

 

 

Why Patients Choose The Cardiovascular Center of Florida

Our goal is to be your partner in wellness, not just a waypoint, caring for you and your family for generations to come. With compassion and empathy, we provide convenient, timely, patient-centered care that goes beyond the medical condition.