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Sections & Programs

Cardiology

At the University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital, our pediatric cardiology team combines cutting-edge research with compassionate, family-centered care. From prenatal diagnoses to lifelong treatment of congenital heart disease, we provide comprehensive services tailored to each patient’s unique journey. With deep expertise and a collaborative approach, our specialists work closely with families to deliver the most advanced and personalized care available.

Michael Earing, MD

Michael Earing, MD - Professor of Pediatrics

Director of the Adult Congenital Heart Program

Section Chief, Pediatric Cardiology

At UChicago Medicine, we provide comprehensive, world-class heart care for patients of all ages — from prenatal diagnosis to advanced treatment for children and adults with complex heart conditions. Our team combines decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver the highest quality of care and the best possible outcomes.

Highlights of our cardiac care include:

  • Advanced diagnostics, including leading-edge cardiac imaging and pediatric echocardiography
  • Minimally invasive and hybrid procedures using state-of-the-art catheterization labs and surgical suites
  • Expertise in pediatric and adult heart surgery, including treatment of rare and complex conditions
  • Groundbreaking research backed by one of the nation’s oldest NIH-funded cardiovascular programs
  • A collaborative, family-centered approach tailored to each patient's unique needs

Whether your child needs specialized pediatric heart care at Comer Children's or you require expert adult cardiac treatment, you can trust UChicago Medicine to provide compassionate, innovative, and comprehensive heart care at every stage.
  • Prolonged QT Syndrome
  • Brugada Syndrome
  • Channelopathies  
  • Familial Cardiomyopathies
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • DiGeorge Syndrome (under Williams Syndrome)
  • Epilepsy Tuberous Sclerosis
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
  • Exercise Laboratory & Stress Test
  • Fetal Echocardiogram
  • Holter & Event Monitoring
  • Physical Therapy for Children in the NICU/CCU
  • Cardiac MRI
  • Cardiac CT Scan
  • Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program
     
  • Bicuspid Aortic Valve Program
     
  • Cardiac Imaging Program (Highlight Elucis technology)
     
  • Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery Second Opinion Program
     
  • Transition Program (formerly Cardiovascular Bridge Program)
     
  • Cardiogenetic Program (formerly Cardiovascular Genetics Center)
    • Epilepsy Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic
    • Williams Syndrome Program (DiGeorge Syndrome)
    • Familial Cardiomyopathies
    • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
       
  • Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgery
     
  • Center for Kawasaki Disease
     
  • Marfan & Related Connective Tissue Disorders Program | Chest Wall & Connective Tissue Disorders
     
  • Coronary Artery Anomalies Program
     
  • Electrophysiology Program
     
  • Families with Cardiomyopathy Clinic
     
  • Fetal & Neonatal Cardiology
  • Long-Term Fontan Follow-Up Clinic (formerly Fontan Futures℠ Initiative)
     
  • Heart Transplantation Program
     
  • Interventional Cardiology & Catheterization
     
  • Neonatal Cardiac Surgery
     
  • POTS Program
     
  • Preventive Cardiology Program
     
  • Pulmonary Hypertension Service
     
  • Pulmonary Vein Stenosis Program
     
  • Turner Syndrome Program
     
  • Vascular Rings Program
     
  • Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program
     
  • Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Program

For more information, please visit our UChicago Medicine Comer Children's site here.

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