What is a structural heart?

A Structural Heart job typically involves diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with structural heart diseases, such as valve disorders and congenital heart defects. Professionals in this field may work as physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, or specialized coordinators, collaborating with interventional cardiologists and cardiac surgeons. Responsibilities can include patient evaluations, imaging, coordinating treatment plans, assisting in procedures, and post-procedure care. These roles require specialized training in structural heart interventions and often involve working in hospitals, cardiac catheterization labs, or outpatient heart programs.