About Us

Committed to new beginnings

Since our founding more than three decades ago, Thoratec Corporation has provided leading-edge therapies for heart failure patients, giving them hope and improving their quality of life.

With more than 11,000 ventricular assist devices (VADs) implanted, Thoratec is uniquely qualified to deliver these essential therapies. As part of our ongoing commitment, Thoratec offers extensive training and support to cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, implanting centers, patients and families.

To learn more about Thoratec products, please visit www.thoratec.com.