Grant Memorial Hospital has expanded the services they are able to offer locally with the offi cial opening of their new Cardiology Clinic in Petersburg. Overall, cardiology clinics offer treatment, diagnostic, and support for diseases of the heart and blood vessels, often times including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.

During the opening ceremony on March 30, chief executive offi cer (CEO) John Sylvia said that by now offering this treatment in Petersburg, it will greatly reduce the amount of distance local residents will have to drive to receive high quality treatment for medical issues surround cardiology care.

Not only did GMH cut the ribbon last week, but they also welcomed their very fi rst cardiology patients that same day. This marks the beginning of enhanced, local heart care for our rural community.

“We are not a big hospital,” Sylvia said “We can’t do everything. But what we can do, we should bring locally.” Sylvia said that this vision is at the heart of everything GMH does —making quality healthcare more accessible, right in its own rural community.

GMH announced that the cardiology services will continue to grow, with plans to expand testing, equipment, and cardiac rehabilitation—building a stronger future for heart care in the region.