Healthier Hawaii: Kapiolani’s new pediatric heart center

Dr. Louis Capecci, Kapiolani’s first full-time pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon, shares signs of heart problems parents should look out for in their children.
Published: Feb. 22, 2023 at 8:37 AM HST|Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 8:40 AM HST

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children recently opened its new pediatric heart center and it’s the only one of its kind in Hawaii.

Kapiolani says this new center means more Hawaii families won’t have to travel to the mainland for life-saving cardiac care.

Dr. Louis Capecci, Kapiolani’s first full-time pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon, talks about his role in cardiac care and the new center.

He also shares signs of heart problems parents should look out for in their children.

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