The clinical research program at the Metropolitan Heart and Vascular Institute participates in the advancement of science and medicine through our involvement in research studies. We partner closely with academic centers and industry leaders to answer important questions about treatment and to bring the latest in cutting edge cardiovascular therapy and prevention to our patients.  Over the last decade, our cardiovascular experts, many of them regional leaders in their field, have participated in more than 70 clinical research studies in the areas of interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, peripheral vascular and carotid disease.