Name
16. From Innovation to Impact: How NCH Is Advancing Patient Care through Technology, Teamwork and Outcomes
Date & Time
Monday, April 13, 2026, 2:20 PM - 3:00 PM
Speakers
Robert Cubeddu, MD, President, Rooney Heart Institute, Naples Comprehensive Health
Paul Hiltz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Naples Comprehensive Health
Paul Hiltz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Naples Comprehensive Health
Description
- Deployment of state-of-the-art technology, including advanced imaging, robotic-assisted surgery, and minimally invasive interventions that reduce recovery times and improve patient outcomes.
- Doubling of monthly cardiac procedures - positioning NCH as a top contender for the busiest heart program in Florida.
- Recruitment of leading cardiovascular specialists from nationally recognized heart centers.
- A focus on data-driven quality improvements, with significant reductions in procedural complications, readmissions, and patient recovery times. Named by Money Magazine and Healthgrades at a top 50 in the nation.
- Patient-centered innovation that ensures Southwest Florida residents have access to nationally competitive cardiac care, without leaving the region.
Session Type
Presentation