Written By: Adam Pick, Patient Advocate, Author & Website Founder
Published: March 23, 2026
Great news! I am thrilled to share that Adventist Health St. Helena has become the newest sponsor of HeartValveSurgery.com!
A Leader in Advanced Heart Valve Care
Located in the heart of Northern California’s Napa Valley, Adventist Health St. Helena has built a reputation for delivering innovative cardiovascular care with a strong focus on patient-centered treatment. The hospital’s cardiac program combines advanced surgical expertise with a compassionate approach that prioritizes education, transparency, and outstanding outcomes for patients with heart valve disease.
Through a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and specialized clinicians, Adventist Health St. Helena offers a full range of therapies for patients with valve disease. These include minimally invasive valve repair and replacement procedures, transcatheter technologies, and comprehensive care for related conditions such as atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and aortic aneurysms.
Empowering Patients Through Education
“At Adventist Health St. Helena, our goal is not only to provide excellent surgical care but also to ensure that patients fully understand their condition and treatment options,” said Dr. Gan Dunnington, cardiac surgeon at Adventist Health St. Helena.
Dr. Gan Dunnington
“By partnering with HeartValveSurgery.com, we can reach patients earlier in their journey, provide trusted education, and help them feel confident as they make important decisions about their heart health.”
This shared commitment to patient education and empowerment aligns perfectly with the mission of HeartValveSurgery.com — to provide patients and caregivers with trusted information, resources, and access to leading heart valve specialists.
Adventist Health St. Helena Microsite Launches at HeartValveSurgery.com
To help our community learn more about Adventist Health St. Helena, we have launched a dedicated Adventist Health St. Helena microsite on HeartValveSurgery.com. The new microsite highlights the hospital’s cardiac expertise, innovative treatment programs, and inspiring patient success stories. Click here to see the Adventist Health St. Helena Heart Valve Microsite.
Patients and caregivers can explore the center’s approach to heart valve therapy, learn more about the medical team, and discover how Adventist Health St. Helena is helping patients achieve excellent outcomes.
Thank You, Adventist Health St. Helena!
On behalf of our entire patient and caregiver community, many thanks to Adventist Health St. Helena for supporting HeartValveSurgery.com and helping us expand access to trusted heart valve education and treatment resources.
Keep on tickin!
Adam
