Herma Heart Institute
Our goal is to eradicate congenital heart disease.
And we’re committed by advancing basic science, clinical outcomes and translational research.
Research and innovation
At the Herma Heart Institute, research and innovation is part of our team’s DNA. Our commitment to innovation and cutting-edge clinical research has paved the way for groundbreaking advancements in pediatric, fetal and adult congenital heart disease care.
Current projects
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Commitment to innovation
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History
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Researchers
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Heart and soul
How did one of the best pediatric heart programs end up in Wisconsin?
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Patient stories
Learn more about how cardiac research and innovation impacts our patients and their families lives.
Jackson
After successful treatment for his heart defect, Jackson put his condition under the microscope.
Luis
How our doctors helped develop a new way to treat a life-threatening heart defect.
BrentLee
The first child in the world to use a Berlin Heart as a total artificial heart.
Julissa
An innovative surgery for a baby born with two tracheas.
Vincent
The first Berlin Heart patient in the Midwest
Jack
The first hypoplastic left heart syndrome patient in the nation to use the Heartware Ventricular Assist Device.