Prefontaine
Cardiovascular Center

We are committed to providing high-quality care for heart and blood vessel conditions. We offer advanced treatments for various cardiovascular issues, including arrhythmia, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, and hypertension.

Committed to High-Quality Care

Our History

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Outpatient or Device Clinic

Committed to  High-Quality Care

We believe all patients deserve quality care. That’s why the Prefontaine Cardiovascular Center established a quality-focused partnership with Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). We offer advanced care for conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, including arrhythmia, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, heart disease, hypertension, vascular disease, and more.

In November 2019, Bay Area Hospital was recognized by the American College of Cardiology for the hospital’s demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Bay Area Hospital was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI based on a rigorous on-site evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack. To use our self-assessment tool to gauge your own cardiac health click here.

For more information about the Prefontaine Cardiovascular Center,  call (541) 266-4650

Our History

The Cardiovascular Center was part of the new North Tower “Hospital of the Future” build that was completed in 2013. In February 2014, they dedicated the center with the new name: Prefontaine Cardiology Clinic, after Steve “Pre” Prefontaine. This renaming was not only to honor the legacy of Steve Prefontaine, but his commitment to health and fitness. In his lifetime, Pre was an active advocate for cardiovascular health. What better legacy for this celebrated runner than to make his home region a heart-healthy community?

During his brief 24-year life-span, Steve Prefontaine who went to Marshfield High School, grew from hometown hero to record-setting college phenomenon, to internationally acclaimed track star. In that time, he claimed seven NCAA titles, a fourth-place Olympic finish in 1972 (5K), and American records from 2,000 meters through 10,000 meters.

The Prefontaine Cardiovascular Center is staffed by a dedicated and diverse group of healthcare professionals whose primary goal is to improve heart health and save lives on Oregon’s South Coast. Our highly trained, experienced staff members receive ongoing training to stay up to date on the latest advances in cardiovascular care.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Our cardiac rehabilitation team will work with you to help you return to your daily routine faster and take steps to prevent future heart attacks and hospitalization.

What should I expect? Cardiac Rehabilitation at Bay Area Hospital includes:

A spacious gym
Guidance from highly skilled staff
One-on-one goal setting with a nurse and a dietician
Educational classes, consultation, and exercise at center  up to 3x/week
After 8-12 weeks, graduation to a self-monitored program of diet, home exercise, or continuation onsite in a Phase 3 program

How to Enroll

You must have a physician’s referral to enroll in Cardiac Rehabilitation at Bay Area Hospital. Contact your personal physician for a referral to our program. Typical heart conditions covered by most health plans and Medicare are:

A recent heart attack
Heart surgery (bypass or valve)
Coronary artery stenting
Angina

Conditions covered vary with different health plans. We will assist you in determining if you have coverage for your diagnosis or if preauthorization is needed.

Outpatient or  Device Clinic

Outpatient Clinic

The Outpatient Clinic is the medical home for our cardiac patients, and much work has been done in recent years to expand the clinic, not only in space but in support staff as well. It is located on the first floor near the main Bay Area Hospital entrance for easy access.

Device Clinic

If your heart rhythm is abnormally slow or irregular, a pacemaker may help. The cardiac care team at Bay Area Hospital can install a pacemaker with a minimally invasive procedure.

Offering easier access for patients with devices that need monitoring, the Device Clinic is located in the Outpatient Clinic on the first floor of the hospital.

What to Expect:

Working in the sterile environment of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, your physician threads the wires through a vein to your heart. The procedure is usually painless and lasts about two hours.

You will be awake, but you’ll be given sedatives to help you relax. Afterward, our staff will monitor you closely while you recover in our Intermediate Care Unit. Patients generally can go home the next day. You’ll be able to return to most of your usual activities within a few days to a week.

Your pacemaker will be a permanent device, helping regulate your heart for many years to come.