Preventing
Heart Disease
Before It Starts
A physician-led initiative focused on earlier detection, structured
prevention, and long-term cardiovascular risk reduction. Founded
by Dr. Francesco Lo Monaco.
#1
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally
Many
First cardiac events occur with no prior diagnosis of heart disease
Decades
Atherosclerosis develops silently creating a window for intervention
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
A Structured Approach To Cardiovascular Prevention
The Heart Savior Institute is a physician-led initiative focused on advancing a more proactive and structured approach to cardiovascular prevention. Its work is centered on identifying risk earlier, applying targeted interventions, and managing disease over time before the First clinical event occurs.
The Institute brings together a clinical framework, physician education, and a growing network of practitioners who share a focus on prevention.
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death globally. In many cases, the first manifestation is a heart attack or stroke in individuals never previously diagnosed. A more effective model requires earlier detection and a structured approach to long-term management.
WHY THIS WORK MATTERS
The Prevention Gap
Is A Solvable Problem
The science of early identification exists. The clinical tools exist. What has been missing is a structured approach to applying them consistently before the first event, not after.
Detect
Atherosclerosis can be identified years before symptoms appear using imaging and targeted biomarkers. Most patients never receive that assessment