Mario Lemieux Center for Heart Rhythm Care
In May 2024, the Mario Lemieux Foundation made a $2.5 million gift with matching funds from Highmark Health to establish The Mario Lemieux Center for Heart Rhythm Care as part of the Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) at Allegheny Health Network’s (AHN) Cardiovascular Institute. The $5 million investment will further advance the academic and research priorities of the AHN EP program, including implementation of novel AI solutions and other technological breakthroughs, clinical trials, development and participation in industry-leading research, residency and fellowship training, and provider education.
All of our major gifts have a personal connection, and we are thrilled to renew one that will further benefit those seeking treatment for a heart rhythm condition in western Pennsylvania. Our support ensures that Dr. Thosani and his team’s remarkable contributions to the field continue to excel right here in Pittsburgh.
Mario LemieuxChairman, Mario Lemieux Foundation
AHN’s electrophysiology (EP) program has long been at the forefront of innovative techniques and technologies for treating AFib and other heart rhythm disorders. Led by Amit Thosani, MD, Director of AHN Division of Electrophysiology, and backed by the Foundation’s support, the EP clinical team has taken significant strides in recent years to advance the care of cardiac patients throughout the region.
We are profoundly grateful to the Mario Lemieux Foundation for its support of our Living Health model and mission to create remarkable health experiences and outcomes for our patients. The Foundation’s generous support of AHN’s electrophysiology team will help drive continuing innovation in the program that will benefit patients in our region for generations to come.
Mitch BeckmanChief Development Officer, Highmark Health