DOVER, Del. – Bayhealth Heart & Vascular Institute has opened a new clinic focused on supporting patients recovering from congestive heart failure, according to information released by the health system.
The clinic, the first of its kind in Kent and Sussex counties, operates out of Bayhealth Cardiology in Dover on Governors Avenue and in Milford on Sussex Avenue. It is designed to provide expedited follow-up care for patients recently discharged after a heart failure hospitalization, aiming to reduce emergency department visits and preventable readmissions.
Each patient appointment includes evaluation by a cardiology specialist and a pharmacist, who work together to optimize medications, monitor for early signs of worsening symptoms, and provide guidance on managing the condition at home.
According to the released information, The clinic also offers outpatient IV diuretic therapy, which can relieve fluid buildup and potentially prevent hospital stays for symptom management. “Expanding access to specialized care at the right time is critical for our community,” Chief of Medical Cardiology and Interventional Cardiologist Aditya Sharma said in the Bayhealth release. “This clinic ensures patients receive rapid follow-up and coordinated support, which can improve outcomes and reduce avoidable hospitalizations.” Additional information about the clinic and other cardiovascular services is available at Bayhealth.org/HVI.
