Orlando, FL (April 15, 2026) – Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital has opened a new cardiac catheterization lab, expanding access to advanced electrophysiology and arrhythmia care at the Ocoee-based hospital. Hospital leaders, physicians and team members gathered this week to celebrate the state-of-the-art space with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The cardiac catheterization lab is equipped with the latest technology, designed to support complex heart rhythm and cardiovascular procedures with patient safety at the forefront. Capabilities include 3D mapping of the heart’s electrical activity, high-resolution real-time imaging through ultrasound, and AI-guided support during electrophysiology procedures.
Karnika Ayinapudi, MD, who recently joined the Orlando Health Heart and Vascular Institute team, will lead the specialized care in heart rhythm disorders, cardiac ablation procedures, and cardiac device implantation and management.
“We’ve been listening to our community and know that specialized cardiology care is something people in West Orange County would like to have closer to home,” said Maggie Bonko, Orlando Health vice president and president of Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital. “We’re thrilled to open this cardiac catheterization lab, which will help us continue delivering exceptional care to our community.”
This is the third cardiac catheterization lab to open at Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital. In addition to electrophysiology services, patients will also have increased access to interventional and diagnostic cardiology procedures, as well as interventional radiology procedures.
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