Florida / Miami Heart Research Institute was founded in 1944 and was the first heart hospital and research center in the world. Formerly known as Miami Heart Institute, it quickly became world renowned for its visionary accomplishments in the research and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

Today

Collaboration:
Today, the Research Institute functions as both a self-contained cardiovascular research center and as a collaborator and facilitator of research. In addition to performing onsite clinical trial studies and public health screenings, MHRI has collaberated with other research partners who are internationally recognized as the experts in their field such as the Mayo Clinic, Columbia Presbyterian and locally, the University of Miami. Being an independent, nonprofit organization allows the Research Institute to be unbiased and flexible and pursue projects swiftly. All projects are evaluated and continuously reviewed by our Scientific Advisory Board, an independent committee of highly respected physicians who are internationally recognized in the field of cardiovascular research assuring that our projects are scientifically and fundamentally sound.

Leading-edge Research:
Current research by MHRI led the medical community to recognize the role of neurohormones in the diagnosis and treatment of congestive heart failure. We have also created the first of its kind clinical cardiac genetics laboratory. The highly specialized research laboratories supplied by our partners ensures that MHRI research dollars are spent doing research rather than funding capital equipment.