Striking back at atrial fibrillation...treatment restores active lifestyle

Surgical Services

Surgery Extras

Urologic and gynecologic surgeons are now using the latest robotic surgery system

Treatment for atrial fibrillation restores St. Louis resident's active lifestyle

Cardiac electrophysiologists offer many treatments for heart arrhythmias

Leading cardiac specialists join St. Anthony's to enhance quality of care

Small-incision heart surgery keeps retired Naval aviation pilot active

Dr. Botteron discusses 3-D heart mapping

New Heart and Vascular Institute debuts

Surgery in the News

STLToday: St. Anthony's renames surgery center

Patch.com: St. Anthony's Dedicates John K. Pruellage Heart & Vascular Center

Business Journal: Data pumps straight from operating room to medical record

Post-Dispatch: Near-death experience emboldens physician

Weak ankles, strong replacements

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Healing Garden Provides Peaceful Haven

Within the John K. Pruellage Heart & Vascular Center is a place of peace and relaxation for patients and their families known as the “healing garden.” The garden is a peaceful place where people can go when they need a few minutes to themselves.

The elliptical garden is surrounded by glass on three sides and exposed to the outdoors from above. It exemplifies a biophilic design, which incorporates elements of nature. Hospital studies have shown that patients heal faster when exposed to natural elements.

Beautiful in all seasons, garden plants include weeping cherry trees, European birches, purple-leafed Japanese maples, birds’ nest spruces, boxwood, Korean spice viburnums and liriope. Perennial plantings are interspersed with spring tulips, summer annuals and fall mums, all accented by low-voltage lighting. The plantings surround a stone walkway that leads to a patio area, with benches nestled behind six freestanding water features. A center planter with a tall, dense row of bamboo serves as a privacy screen.

Visible from every floor, the garden theme extends to artwork with inspirational and biblical quotes throughout the tower. Etched glass features herald the four seasons, and indoor seating in each lobby offers attractive views through the garden’s windows.

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