About Our Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Surgery Program

The UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Heart Institute is a leader of cardiovascular care, with a rich history in clinical research and innovation. It offers comprehensive care to patients with congenital conditions throughout their lives, from prenatal through adulthood. As a comprehensive pediatric heart transplantation center, and a national leader in the use of pediatric heart-assist devices, the UPMC Children’s Heart Institute continues to advance the field of cardiovascular medicine. 

Research

The UPMC Children’s Heart Institute is recognized nationally and internationally for its innovative clinical and laboratory research initiatives. Our researchers and clinicians work side-by-side to study clinically relevant cardiovascular problems in search of innovative solutions that will improve the lives of patients.

The New UPMC Children’s Heart Institute

The new home of the UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Heart Institute was unveiled on June 4, 2026 and is a premier destination for advanced cardiac care.

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