Venice · Sarasota · Bradenton · Ellenton, FL

Compassionate Cardiac Care, Right in Your Community

Board-certified cardiologists, accredited imaging labs, and same-week appointments—advanced heart care with the attention you deserve.

Trusted care for new and returning patients across the Gulf Coast.

Physician providing cardiovascular care

20+

Years serving patients

4

Gulf Coast locations

3

Accredited labs

ICAEL · ICANL · ICAVL accredited diagnostics and imaging.

We offer same week appointments for new and returning patients.

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About The Heart Institute of Venice

The Heart Institute of Venice serves Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte Counties through locations in Venice, Sarasota, Bradenton, and Ellenton. Medical Director Barry Weckesser, MD, works closely with the team to deliver specialized imaging, testing, and treatment from accredited facilities.

Diagnostic and treatment monitoring includes nuclear stress testing, echocardiography, EKG, pulse oximetry, echo-Doppler, telemetry, and Holter monitoring. Screening services include stroke, peripheral vascular disease, hypertension, and aortic aneurysm assessments.

The practice offers enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) therapy, Coumadin clinic support, pacemaker/ICD follow-up clinics, and chronic care management for long-term heart health.

Medical team discussing cardiac treatment plan

Accreditations

Our laboratories meet recognized standards for cardiovascular imaging and vascular diagnostics.

ICAEL

Echocardiography Laboratories

ICANL

Nuclear Medicine Laboratories

ICAVL

Vascular Laboratories

Client reviews

What people say about us along the Gulf Coast

“Exceptional cardiology care with precise diagnostics and a team that truly listens. Most organized practice I've visited—kind staff and excellent doctors.”

— Alan D.


2 days ago

Portrait of a satisfied patient

“Thorough examination and clear explanations at every visit. Fast scheduling and attentive care made a huge difference in managing my heart health.”

— Paul P.


1 week ago

Portrait of a satisfied patient

Coverage

Plans we work with

We accept many major commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid plans across our Gulf Coast offices. For benefits or eligibility questions, call 941-412-0026 or message us through contact.

  • Aetna

    AET
  • AvMed

    AVM
  • Beech Street

    BEE
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    BCB
  • Cigna

    CIG
  • Community

    COM
  • Freedom Health

    FRH
  • GEHA

    GEH
  • GHI

    GHI
  • Gulf Coast

    GCF
  • Humana

    HUM
  • Medicaid

    MCD
  • Medicare

    MCR
  • Multiplan

    MPL
  • Molina

    MOL
  • UnitedHealthcare

    UHC
  • SimplyHealth

    SMH
  • Sunshine Health

    SNH
  • Tricare

    TRI
  • WellCare

    WEL

Logos and names are trademarks of their respective owners and are shown for reference only. Availability varies by location and plan; always confirm coverage with your carrier and our front desk.

Contact & Locations

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The Heart Institute of Venice

1370 E Venice Ave, Suite 102, Venice, FL 34285

941-412-0026

The Heart Institute of Sarasota — Opening Soon

2540 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239

941-413-3410

The Heart Institute of Bradenton — Opening Soon

3014 53rd Ave E, Suite C, Bradenton, FL 34203

941-299-0019

The Heart Institute of Ellenton — Opening Soon

4015 US-301, Suite 102, Ellenton, FL 34222

941-340-3606