Salinas Valley Memorial is dedicated to cardiac research. Clinical trials give our cardiologists and their patients access to progressive forms of treatment, typically two to four years before they are available to the general public. Clinical trials are used to refine various types of treatments, including surgical procedures, catheterization procedures and devices for people with heart disease. Our research stands to benefit all cardiologists and patients by improving diagnosis and treatment.
We are also proud of our association with Toshiba America Medical Systems which has resulted in creation of the Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center (CVDC) in Ryan Ranch. Staffed by cardiologists from Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System, the CVDC has been named Toshiba's primary site in the United States for cardiac MRI research and development.