Cardiac Cath Lab
Provides angiography, angioplasty, hickman and portacath line insertions as well as defibrillator and pacemaker implants.
Agency
899 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9
Vancouver General Hospital - Jim Pattison Pavilion
Located on the ground floor of the Jim Pattison Pavilion South. Report to Station 7 (Heart Services).
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Application process
Referrals from cardiologists or internists. An information booklet, "Preparing for a Coronary Angiogram or Angioplasty," will be sent via mail to the client once the procedure date is booked. When appointment is confirmed, a booking clerk will send a requisition for a blood test to the lab closest to the client. The blood test needs to be performed prior to the procedure date.
Hours
Mon
06:30 - 20:30
Tue
06:30 - 20:30
Wed
06:30 - 20:30
Thu
06:30 - 20:30
Fri
06:30 - 20:30
Website
Languages
English
Service delivery
In person
Coverage area
Vancouver
Wheelchair accessible
Yes