Roanoke Heart Institute PLC ( RHI ) is a referral center that provides comprehensive noninvasive cardiac imaging services as well as clinical consultation for patients with cardiovascular diseases, including prevention, early detection and treatment of diseases such as atherosclerosis ( hardening of the arteries ) and chronic heart failure. The RHI also emphasizes risk factor management and control of hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, and diabetes. We apply the latest technology in noninvasive imaging and clinical care when appropriate, while managing acute disease in the hospital setting, bridging the gap between inpatient and outpatient care for our patients. The RHI leads the way in cardiovascular clinical research in southwestern Virginia, offering our patients access to new treatments and diagnostic tests. Our new building features a greatly expanded physical plant which will enable us to expand choices for our patients.