Videos

Meet Dr. Shyam K. Sathanandam - The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's

May 01, 2025 – Meet Dr. Shyam K. Sathanandam, Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine and Co-Director of the renowned Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute. A globally recognized pediatric interventional cardiologist and pioneer in groundbreaking procedures for neonates and premature infants.

The Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute

April 21, 2025 – At Nicklaus Children's we're redefining pediatric care with cutting edge innovation and expertise. Our Heart Institute boasts the highest survival rate for cardiac surgeries in South Florida. Each year we perform over 1,000 cardiac procedures, giving children the chance to grow, play and pursue their dreams. At Nicklaus Children's we deliver innovation with results, with one child in mind: yours.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital's free EKG Screening Program

March 25, 2025 – Jamie was found to have a heart condition thanks to a free EKG screening held at a City of Miami summer camp in 2024. Nicklaus Children’s and the City of Miami joined forces to extend the hospitals free EKG screenings program to children in City of Miami parks.

Prenatal Care For Babies Suspected of Having a Congenital Heart Defect

July 17, 2024 – Discover how advances in medical technology allow most congenital heart defects to be detected before birth.

Born with a Fighting Chance

February 07, 2022 – The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, where your child matters most.

Meet Doctor Juan Bolivar

August 17, 2021 – Juan Bolivar, MD, is the director of Cardiac Intensive Care with the Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Meet Doctor Bhavi Patel

August 17, 2021 – Bhavi Patel, MD is a pediatric cardiac intensivist with the Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Meet Doctor Anthony Rossi

August 17, 2021 – Anthony Rossi, MD is a pediatric cardiac intensivist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Syncope in Children and Adolescents wtih Dr. Martinez

January 11, 2021 – Join Dr. Yadira Martinez, pediatric cardiologist and director of Outpatient Cardiology at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, as she discusses the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of syncope in children and adolescents.

Meet Doctor Danyal Khan

December 15, 2020 – Danyal Khan, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric cardiologist with the The Heart Institute.

Meet Doctor Madalsa Patel

December 15, 2020 – Madalsa Patel, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric intensivist with The Heart Institute.

Meet Doctor Elizabeth Welch

December 15, 2020 – Elizabeth Welch, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric cardiologist with The Heart Institute.

What to expect during an echocardiogram test

September 06, 2019 – The Heart Program at Nicklaus Children's Hospital provides echocardiogram (ECHO) testing for infants, children and young adults. This video provides an overview on what you can expect on the day of the appointment.

What to expect on the day of your outpatient cardiology appointment

September 06, 2019 – This video provides an overview on what you can expect on the day of a your appointment with our Outaptient Cardiology Program.

What to expect during an electrocardiogram (EKG) test

September 06, 2019 – The Heart Program at Nicklaus Children's Hospital provides electrocardiogram (EKG) testing for infants, children and young adults. This video provides an overview on what you can expect on the day of the appointment.

A Child's Journey: Olivia's Story

February 04, 2019 – Olivia was born with a congenital heart defect, her first open heart surgery was scheduled just days after she took her first breath. Olivia's parents placed their trust in the hands of The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Meet Doctor Juan Carlos Muñiz

August 08, 2018 – Juan Carlos Muñiz, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is the Director of Cardiac Non-Invasive Imaging at The Heart Institute.

New anesthesia offering helps cardiac patients recover faster and with less pain

July 05, 2018 – In this news story Dr. Kristine Guleserian, renowned heart surgeon, talk about Exparel. Exparel is a new anesthesia offering that helps cardiac patients recover faster and with less pain after heart surgery. 13 year-old Jessica Garcia, born with a congenital heart defect (VSD) was the first pediatric patient to use this treatment.

Meet Doctor Lourdes Rosa Prieto

June 28, 2018 – Lourdes Prieto, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric and adult congenital cardiologist with The Heart Institute.

Meet Doctor Darline Santana-Acosta

May 29, 2018 – Darline Santana-Acosta, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric intensivist with The Heart Institute.

Meet Doctor Yadira Martinez-Fernandez

December 15, 2017 – Yadira Martinez-Fernandez, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is the Director of Outpatient Cardiology at The Heart Institute.

When should I see a pediatric cardiologist? - Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez explains

November 13, 2017 – Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez, the Director of Outpatient Cardiology at The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, lists some of the cardiac risk factors to look for a pediatric cardiologist.

What is the importance of a Healthy Lifestyle? - Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez explains

November 13, 2017 – Dr. Yadira Martinez-Fernandez, the Director of Outpatient Cardiology at The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, explains the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

What is the importance of an EKG screening for young athletes? - Dr. Anthony Rossi explains

November 10, 2017 –

The leading cause of sudden death among young athletes is sudden cardiac death (SCD). Every three days in the U.S., a student athlete dies of SCD. Usually there are no advance signs or symptoms.

To schedule a free EKG screening, please visit: https://www.nicklauschildrens.org/freeEKG

Meet Doctor Joy Baysa

July 31, 2017 – Joy Baysa, MD of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a pediatric cardiologist and electrophysiologist with The Heart Institute.

Teegan's Story

February 10, 2017 – Once the Heart Institute Team team met with Teegan and her family, the doctors realized that this was a case unlike any they had seen before. From before birth she had been diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, and then they realized that she had a little less than half a heart and only one lung.
This is the story of how the Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, determined to repair Teegan’s heart, used innovative techniques to figure out the best way to treat Teegan’s condition.