The Heart Institute of Venice serves Venice, Sarasota, Bradenton, and Ellenton while supporting families throughout Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte Counties.
Medical director Barry Weckesser, MD, has provided noninvasive cardiac care in Venice for over 30 years. The institute offers specialized cardiovascular imaging, testing, and treatment through accredited labs and experienced providers.
Services include nuclear stress testing, echocardiography, EKG, pulse oximetry, echo-Doppler, telemetry, and Holter monitoring. Screening programs support early detection of stroke risk, peripheral vascular disease, hypertension, and aortic aneurysms.
The team also provides EECP therapy, Coumadin clinic services, pacemaker/ICD aftercare clinics, and structured chronic care management for long-term heart conditions.
Our philosophy is simple: clear communication, modern diagnostics, and compassionate care that respects each patient's comfort, goals, and quality of life.