Interventional Cardiology

For cardiac patients in need of advanced diagnostic procedures, St. Barnabas Hospital provides a state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization lab, directed by cardiologist Sulejman Celaj, MD, FACC, and staffed by highly trained specialists.

Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the insertion of a long, thin tube or catheter into an artery of the groin, arm, or wrist. The catheter is guided to the heart and then used to inject a contrast that allows the arteries of the heart to be visualized under exposure to X-Rays. The X-Ray images provide a detailed map of the heart and uncover the locations of any blockages. Combined with measurements of muscle strength and blood pressure, this procedure is an integral part of cardiac diagnostic care. Dr. Celaj personally works with patients to help them understand the procedure.

St. Barnabas is in the process of seeking state approval to add angioplasty and stenting for emergent and elective cases: procedures that use a balloon to open clogged arteries and a wire mesh tube to hold the artery open. The addition of these procedures would allow patients to receive comprehensive cardiac intervention without leaving the institution.

The cardiac catheterization laboratory at St. Barnabas is a growing and valuable program for heart patients in the Bronx.

Cardiac Cath Lab
4422 Third Avenue, 4th floor
Bronx, New York 10457
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am-5pm
(718) 960-9177