Heart Failure Center

Helping You Manage Heart Failure

Over 6 million Americans have heart failure—a condition where the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should. This can make you feel tired, short of breath, or swollen.

At Salina Regional Health Center, we are proud to be an ACC Accredited Heart Failure Center since 2022. This means we follow expert guidelines to help patients feel better and stay out of the hospital.

Why This Matters for You

• The Best Heart Failure Treatment – We use the latest medicine and care plans to help your heart work better.
• Support After You Leave the Hospital – We make sure you have follow-up care so you stay healthy at home.
• Easy-to-Understand Patient Education – We teach you how to manage your diet, fluids, and medications so you feel your best.
• Fewer Hospital Visits – We help prevent emergency room trips and readmissions by keeping your heart failure under control.

What is Heart Failure?

Heart failure happens when the heart gets weaker and can't pump enough blood to the body. This can cause:

• Shortness of breath
• Swelling in the legs, feet, or belly
• Feeling very tired

Heart failure doesn't mean your heart has stopped, but it does mean your heart needs extra care.

When to Call Your Doctor

Talk to your doctor if you notice:

• Sudden weight gain (more than 2–3 pounds in a day)
• Swelling that gets worse
• Feeling more tired than usual
• Shortness of breath that is getting worse

Getting the right care can help you feel better and live longer!

Karil Bellah, MD, FACC
Heart Failure Medical Director