Karing Hearts Cardiology

06/04/2026

Updates from our team working with Ives Orozco and the team of Paz Echad ❤️

“We did it! Our fifth pacemaker mission in Cochabamba, Bolivia, has officially come to a powerful close.
In this campaign, we successfully implanted 66 pacemakers, including 3 defibrillator’s, giving a renewed chance at life to patients suffering from severe heart conditions — cardiomyopathy and cardiomegaly caused by Chagas disease. Without this intervention, these individuals faced a devastating prognosis.
Most of our patients live in deep poverty, earning around $30 per month, which makes advanced cardiac care completely unattainable. Their determination moved us deeply. One mother walked 14 hours straight to reach the hospital, knowing this was her only opportunity for life-saving treatment.
None of this would have been possible without the incredible collaboration and generosity of so many:
• Karing Hearts Cardiology, with their outstanding implanting team: Dr. Jeff Schoondyke, Dr. Fawwaz Hamati, device specialists David Mackley, and Julie Bentley NP.
• Dr. Gabriela Orozco, who provided dedicated and compassionate patient care.
• The exceptional staff at Hospital Clínico Viedma.
• Our vital partners at Abbott and Medtronic, and who generously provided the devices.
This mission was truly a work of faith, compassion, and teamwork. Every prayer, every donation, and every act of support helped transform lives.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who stood with us. Thank you for helping bring hope and healing to those who needed it most. “❤️

06/03/2026

🌟 Who We Are Wednesday: Meet Rebekah Campbell 🌟

Rebekah has been part of the Karing Hearts family for one year, serving as a Front Desk Receptionist and helping make sure our patients feel cared for from the moment they arrive. For Rebekah, one of the most meaningful parts of her role is simple but powerful: helping patients get the care they deserve and doing everything she can to help others.
That heart for people is exactly what makes her such a special part of our team. Whether she’s helping patients check in, answering questions, or supporting the flow of the office, Rebekah brings kindness, patience, and a willingness to serve each day.
Outside of work, Rebekah loves swimming, going on walks, and thrifting — and if she’s grabbing food around town, her go-to spot is Amigos!
Today, we’re grateful to celebrate Rebekah and the care she brings to our patients, our team, and our Elizabethton location. ❤️
Help us show Rebekah some love in the comments!

06/03/2026

Day 4 stories. ❤️🇧🇴

06/02/2026

Reminiscing Day 2 for our KHC and Paz Echad Teams. ❤️
Helping these women was extra special on Bolivian Mother’s Day. 🫶🇧🇴

06/02/2026

Patient choice starts with asking the right questions!

Karing Hearts PAC recently shared a helpful guide on 5 questions every patient should ask before choosing a healthcare provider.

Take a look below and let us know what questions are most important to you.

Before choosing a healthcare provider, make sure you ask these 5 questions. The answers could affect your costs, access to care, and overall healthcare experience.

06/01/2026

This was day 2 of our team’s medical mission trip with Paz Echad. ❤️

05/27/2026

What a blessing to watch our team in action! 💪🙏🏼

05/23/2026

📣❤️ Karing Hearts Cardiology and Paz Echad are proud to celebrate our fifth year of partnership as we return to Cochabamba, Bolivia, from May 22 to 30.

Together, we will provide life-saving pacemaker implants to patients suffering from severe cardiac complications caused by Chagas disease.

Over the past four years, our dedicated teams have transformed lives by successfully treating 247 patients who otherwise could not afford this essential care. This year, 60 more patients are eagerly awaiting our arrival, and we are honored to continue serving as a blessing to them and their families.

❤️🇧🇴To learn more, visit pazechad.org

05/16/2026

❤️ Women often spend so much time caring for others that they forget to care for themselves.

This Women’s Health Month, let this be your reminder to schedule the appointment, ask the questions, and listen to your body. ❤️

At Karing Hearts Cardiology & KHC Heart and Vascular Center, we believe prevention and early detection can save lives. Whether it’s monitoring blood pressure, evaluating symptoms, or improving heart health habits, every step toward better health matters.

Your heart works hard for you every single day. Take time to care for it.

05/13/2026

🫀🧠❤️ At KHC Cardiology and KHC Cath Lab, we believe caring for your heart means caring for the whole person.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re highlighting simple daily habits that can support both mental wellness and overall heart health.

Stress, poor sleep, burnout, and constant screen time can affect the body in real ways — including blood pressure, energy, and cardiovascular wellness.

Small steps like mindful mornings, gentle movement, proper hydration, screen breaks, and reflection before sleep can help create more balance in your day.

Your mind matters. Your heart matters. And taking care of one often supports the other.