The Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital has established itself as one of the leading units in the province of Alicante for the comprehensive management of cardiovascular diseases, the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in developed countries.
Led by Dr Vicente Massucco, the service is committed to a highly specialised multidisciplinary model that integrates prevention, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up within a single care pathway, supported by state-of-the-art technology and 24-hour cardiac supervision.
With a team of cardiologists experienced in the management of cardiovascular conditions and specialised cardiac surgeons, the hospital’s Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery department organises its activity around a coordinated approach capable of addressing everything from the most common cardiovascular conditions to the most complex cases.
The clinical organisation at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital brings together in a single area all the essential consultations required for the diagnosis and specialised follow-up of patients with cardiovascular conditions.
Clinical Cardiology
- Specialised outpatient clinics
- Inpatient hospital care
- Intensive Care Unit for high-risk patients, post-interventional cases or those recovering from cardiac surgery
This model ensures joint decision-making based on scientific evidence and specialised clinical committees that determine the most appropriate therapeutic strategy in each case.
Advanced Cardiac Imaging and Haemodynamics: precision diagnosis
One of the pillars of the service is its Advanced Cardiac Imaging Unit, equipped with:
- Transthoracic echocardiography
- Transoesophageal echocardiography
- Stress and contrast echocardiography
- Cardiac computed tomography (coronary and structural)
- Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (coming soon)
Within the Haemodynamics and Interventional Cardiology Unit, both diagnostic and therapeutic coronary angiographies are performed, as well as angioplasties in acute and chronic patients.
This equipment enables early and highly accurate diagnosis, which is essential to reduce complications and improve prognosis.
Cardiac surgery with minimally invasive techniques
The Cardiac Surgery Unit has operating theatres equipped with the latest technology for procedures such as:
- Coronary surgery (coronary artery bypass grafting)
- Valve repair and replacement surgery
- Minimally invasive valve surgery
- Aortic surgery
- Complex repeat cardiac surgeries
The team prioritises minimally invasive techniques whenever clinically appropriate, with the aim of reducing surgical risk and optimising patient recovery.
As a distinctive feature, the hospital also has an Intensive Care Unit with advanced haemodynamic monitoring and mechanical circulatory support, ensuring specialised supervision around the clock.
Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia Unit
The service also includes a Cardiac Arrhythmia Unit, dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders through:
- Electrophysiological studies
- Radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation
- Treatment of atrial fibrillation
- Implantation of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)
- Cardiac resynchronisation therapy
Close coordination between clinical cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, specialised anaesthetists and highly qualified nursing staff allows the service to provide comprehensive and safe care.
Sports Cardiology: prevention and monitoring in athletes
The development of Sports Cardiology is another strategic area of the service. It provides:
- Cardiovascular sports medical assessments
- Cardiovascular risk stratification
- Athlete-specific echocardiography
- Personalised follow-up for patients with heart disease
This approach is essential both for professional athletes and for recreational sports enthusiasts who wish to exercise safely.
Warning signs of cardiovascular disease
Recognising warning signs can save lives. Specialists at the centre stress the importance of seeking urgent medical attention if symptoms such as the following occur:
Chest pain or pressure
- Sensation of tightness, heaviness or burning in the centre of the chest
- Radiation to the left arm, neck, jaw or back
- Lasting more than 10–15 minutes
Shortness of breath
- Difficulty breathing at rest or with mild exertion
- Needing to sit upright to sleep
Excessive fatigue
- Disproportionate tiredness
- Persistent exhaustion without an apparent cause
- In women, it may be the only symptom
Palpitations, dizziness or fainting
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Instability or brief loss of consciousness
Swelling in the legs or ankles
- Oedema in the lower limbs
- Rapid weight gain
Leg pain when walking
- Pain that appears while walking and improves with rest
- Possible indication of peripheral vascular disease
With a highly specialised team and advanced technological infrastructure, the Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital offers comprehensive care for cardiovascular disease at every stage: prevention, diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
Its integrated model, commitment to minimally invasive surgery and 24-hour cardiac supervision position it as a leading reference in cardiology in the Vega Baja region and the southern part of the province of Alicante.
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