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Bone & Joint
Orthopedic care for injuries, joint pain and movement concerns, including advanced joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma care and recovery.

Brain & Spine
Neurologists, neurosurgeons and rehabilitation specialists with leading technology and treatment options for a wide range of brain, spine and nerve conditions.

Cancer Care
Nationally accredited cancer care with specialists working together on advanced treatment options, clinical trials and support through every step.
Digestive Health
Digestive specialists who diagnose and treat everything from routine screenings and ongoing symptoms to advanced procedures, IBD and liver disease.

Heart, Vascular & Lung
Nationally recognized specialists for heart, blood vessel and lung conditions, from testing and ongoing treatment to advanced procedures and surgery.

Women & Children
Connected care for women, babies and children, from everyday health needs and pregnancy to specialized hospital care when more support is needed.
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Kootenai Health in the Community
Rooted in community. Driven by care for all.
From sponsoring local events like Ironman to ensuring every neighbor has access to care, we're here for our community—because caring for our neighbors is who we are.
Community Involvement
Your heart’s strongest local ally.
Your heart’s strongest local ally.

General & Preventive Heart Care

Your heart’s strongest local ally.

General & Preventive Heart Care

Advanced cardiac testing, prevention, and treatment for heart conditions

It can begin with something small. A new feeling that’s not quite right. Lingering concerns ignored til you can’t. A test result that leaves you with more questions than answers. We know heart worries can feel heavy, and the "what-ifs" are often the hardest part. At Kootenai Heart Clinics, we believe you shouldn't have to carry that alone or travel far for the most advanced medical answers.

We’ve brought the nation’s best heart technology right here to Northern Idaho so you can stop guessing and start knowing. With accredited imaging labs and a team of cardiologists with expertise in heart failure and complex valve conditions, we provide the precise answers you need about your heart.

Because we’re committed to your overall well-being, we don’t just find the problem—we stay with you, providing the long-term management and advanced treatment needed to lower your risk and help you keep doing what you love.

The best care starts early—long before an emergency. To ensure you have the full story about your heart’s health, our team sits down with you to answer your questions and explain exactly what’s happening.  Whether you visit us at one of our local clinics across the region or in the hospital, you’ll find a team of trusted neighbors ready to provide the answers you deserve and a path forward.

3 Accredited Labs

Nationally Recognized Imaging
Our echocardiography, vascular, and nuclear labs meet the highest national standards to gather the information you need for smarter, faster treatment decisions.

40+ Heart Specialists

Coordinated Cardiology Care
Experts work together across all disciplines to provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and long-term care.

Level I+ STEMI

Rapid Heart Attack Response
Our specialized heart and stroke teams deliver life-saving treatment the moment you need it most.

Prevention and long-term heart health

GLP-1 therapy may be an option to help lower your risk of heart attack and stroke.

Advanced Heart Technology and Expertise

Common Heart Conditions
  • Structural heart disease
  • Valvular heart disease
  • Hypertensive heart disease
  • Ischemic heart disease (Coronary artery disease)
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart rhythm irregularities
Heart Disease Evaluation & Monitoring
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging
  • Rhythm monitoring
  • Device monitoring

Cardiovascular Imaging Services Offered:

  • Cardiac coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA)
  • Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Cardiac Nuclear Imaging
  • Echocardiography (Link to echocardiogram page)
  • Stress Testing (Link to cardiac stress testing  page)
  • Stress Echocardiography (Link to cardiac stress testing  page)
  • Treadmill Exercise Testing (Link to cardiac stress testing  page)
  • Vascular Ultrasound (Link to peripheral vascular imaging page)

 

Learn more about heart and vascular diagnostic services (Link to H&V Diagnostic services page)

Heart Treatment & Ongoing Management
  • Advanced Heart Disease Management
  • Cardiac Risk Reduction Management
  • Heart Rhythm Problems
  • Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation
  • Simple/Complex Coronary Intervention

Advanced Heart Disease Management Clinic

Heart failure requires ongoing monitoring and careful adjustment over time. This clinic supports patients with changes in symptoms, medication needs, or recovery after hospitalization.

You’ll have direct access to a team experienced in heart failure management, including nurse navigators who help monitor symptoms, adjust medications, and guide next steps as your condition evolves. Visits focus on understanding how you’re feeling day to day and making timely changes to your treatment plan.

Questions? 
Call (208) 625-5230

Programs To Support Your Heart Health

Heart & Vascular Diagnostic Services
Kootenai Health and Kootenai Heart Clinics offer a range of non-invasive heart and vascular tests to evaluate blood flow, heart rhythm, and cardiac function. Many studies can be scheduled quickly, with results typically available within one to three days
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Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Our program offers long-term heart & vascular support through rehabilitation, monitoring and preventative care to increase physical fitness, reduce cardiac symptoms, improve health and reduce risk of future heart problems.
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Cardiac Risk Reduction Clinic
New medications are changing how doctors reduce cardiac risk. Our clinic combines cardiology expertise and pharmacy support to help patients access therapies like GLP-1 treatment.
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Structural Heart Program
Complex structural heart procedures—like TAVR, TEER, and Watchman—are performed here for patients across North Idaho.
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Bert's Story

When Bert Thoreson began experiencing familiar symptoms just a year after receiving a heart stent, he didn’t expect the diagnosis to change everything. What started as fatigue and arm pain quickly became a life-altering moment when doctors discovered three blocked arteries requiring open heart surgery. Surrounded by a compassionate, highly skilled care team at Kootenai Health, Bert received advanced cardiac care close to home—care that combined clear communication, expert surgery, and genuine kindness that extended to his wife, Kerri, during some of their most uncertain days. Today, Bert’s recovery has brought him back to the life he loves, a powerful reminder that timely attention, advanced heart expertise, and a team that truly sees the person behind the patient can make all the difference.

“No matter what was going on, every nurse I had, every person who checked on me, made me feel like I was the only patient they had. That’s an experience I don’t think I’d have anywhere else.”
— Bert Thoreson

Get to Know Your Heart Experts

Heart care often involves more than one type of physician. Visits start with a conversation about what’s been happening, followed by a plan for testing, treatment, or next steps.

Below are the different heart specialists you may meet along the way.

Cardiologists

Diagnose and manage heart conditions and long-term health with advanced imaging and non-invasive testing.

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Interventional Cardiologists

Perform minimally invasive procedures like stents and valve treatments to restore blood flow and improve heart function.

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Electrophysiologist

Evaluate and treat irregular heart rhythms and electrical disorders using specialized testing, ablation, and implantable devices to restore your steady heartbeat.

Find an Electrophysiologist
Designated for hospitals that provide the highest level 24/7 emergency care for the most severe type of heart attack.
Accredited for meeting established national standards for quality and consistency in echocardiography imaging and interpretation.
Accredited for following national standards related to safety, imaging protocols, and diagnostic accuracy in nuclear cardiac testing.
Local, 24/7 advanced neurosurgical care for people experiencing complex strokes.
Recognized as a Five-Star recipient for heart failure treatment, reflecting strong patient outcomes and coordinated care.

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Don’t Wait for an Emergency

Managing heart health early prevents emergencies. If you have concerns, let’s review your risks and build a plan to protect your life and future.