Florida Heart Association – Supporting Physicians. Educating Patients. Advancing Heart Health.

Supporting Physicians. Educating Patients. Advancing Heart Health.

Educating, empowering, and connecting Floridians to value-based, patient-centered cardiovascular care — grounded in prevention, science, and compassion.

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ABOUT THE FHA

Your Partner in Preventive Heart Health

The Florida Heart Association (FHA) is a non-profit network of independent cardiologists and care providers dedicated to improving cardiovascular outcomes through prevention, education, and access.
Our mission: to transform heart care through value-based, outpatient, and evidence-driven innovation.

What Is the FHA?

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The Future of Heart Health Starts with Prevention

The Value-Based Cardiovascular ACO is the clinical engine behind the FHA — aligning independent cardiologists, advanced imaging, and digital care coordination under one mission:
Better outcomes, lower costs, and healthier lives.

Mission

Deliver outpatient, evidence-based cardiovascular care that improves outcomes and reduces cost.

Goals

Integration, engagement, and equity — with a focus on prevention and chronic care management.

Technology

The Guardian Platform links biology, anatomy, and behavior to create personalized care pathways for every patient.

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Heart/liver/kidney diagram illustrating “Cardiometabolic Disease is Driving Multiorgan Disease”

Text summary explaining how metabolic health (A1C, ApoB, Triglycerides) influences cardiovascular risk.

“Most people at risk for heart disease have ‘normal’ blood sugar — but their biomarkers tell a different story.”
– Dr. Marc S. Penn, FHA Chief Medical Officer

OUR SERVICES

Your Path to Complete Cardiovascular Wellness

Cardiovascular Risk Assessment (Biological)

Identify hidden risk factors with comprehensive biomarker testing — including cholesterol, glucose, A1C, ApoB, inflammation, and insulin resistance markers.
Recommended every 4–6 months.

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Comprehensive Heart Imaging (Anatomical)

Advanced CT Angiography evaluates plaque quality, vessel health, and early inflammation — far beyond traditional calcium scoring.

Recommended every 24 months.

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Referral & Support

Get guidance on your test results, second opinions, or connections to independent cardiologists who prioritize prevention and patient relationships.

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OUR APPROACH: ANATOMY + BIOLOGY

The State-of-the-Art Prevention Model

FHA integrates anatomical and biological assessments to give patients a complete picture of heart health. This balanced approach measures the structure of the arteries and the biology of the blood to identify disease early and prevent future cardiac events.

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“We’re linking anatomy and biology across every patient’s health journey — a precision prevention model.”
– Dr. Marc S. Penn, FHA Chief Medical Officer

GUARDIAN CHRONIC CARE MATRIX

A Smarter Way to Prevent Disease

Through our GUARDIAN algorithm, FHA uses test results and clinical history to guide physicians in next-step testing and patient management.
This ensures early detection of cardiometabolic disease — heart, liver, and kidney — even when traditional markers appear normal.

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Visual Concept: Simple flow diagram:
Patient → Testing → GUARDIAN Algorithm → Personalized Care Plan

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JOIN US

Be Part of a Healthier Florida

Your support powers prevention programs, screenings, and advocacy efforts that improve heart health across the state.

Donate

Help fund prevention education and screenings.

Volunteer

Support community heart health events.

Partner

Join as an independent physician or sponsor.

ADVOCACY & RESEARCH

Driving Change Through Science and Policy

We advocate for accessible, affordable, and independent cardiovascular care in Florida. Through data-driven research and partnerships, we’re improving outcomes in heart, metabolic, and liver health.

Link to white paper or PDF download.

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