Research

NorthShore University HealthSystem is one of the nation's preeminent academic medical centers. The NorthShore University HealthSystem Research Institute carries out a joint mission of patient care, education, research and community service. The Cardiovascular Care Center conducts a wide range of clinical trials examining the prevention, diagnosis, screening and treatment of heart diseases.

At NorthShore University HealthSystem, we’re committed to the development of life-saving innovations in the treatment of heart disease. Since successfully performing the first percutaneous mitral valve repair in 2004, our doctors have continually been on the forefront of cardiac care.