ABOUT
Our State-Of-The-Art Facility Dedicated To EECP
Located in sunny Orange County, California, EECP HEALTH is Southern California's premiere location for EECP treatment of heart disease, other medical conditions, and fitness.
- 12,000+ EECP Treatments Performed
- 90% Annual Patient Retention
- 18 Years of Experience
- 3 Languages Spoken
- 6,100+ Sq. Foot State-Of-The-Art Facility For EECP
- 20+ EECP Treatment Beds
- 7 Certified EECP Therapists
- 1 Specialized EECP Research Center
At EECP HEALTH, we blend heartfelt care with rigorous scientific expertise to offer the best in EECP therapy. Our unique commitment shines through in our dedication to research.
We proudly support our own team of researchers, constantly exploring and publishing new studies on EECP's positive impact on patients' lives. With EECP HEALTH, you experience not just a treatment, but a journey towards an improved quality of life, backed by the latest scientific advancements.
Our Mission
Delivering the Highest Standard of Care With Genuine Compassion
- Founded in 1993 by Dr. Joe Caceres, the Buena Park Heart Center is dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients with cardiovascular conditions.
- Under Dr. Caceres' leadership, the center has always prioritized patient comfort and convenience, evident in its use of state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. This approach allows patients to undergo comprehensive testing in a comfortable and welcoming environment, fostering a sense of ease and trust.
- Buena Park Heart Center's extensive on-site diagnostic capabilities, including EKG, echocardiogram, stress echocardiogram, ultrasonography, digital x-rays, and more, eliminate the need for offsite referrals.
- This integrated care model ensures timely and accurate diagnoses, enhancing the patient experience and ensuring the most effective treatment plans.
- Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP) Therapy was launched in 2007.
- EECP HEALTH symbolizes our ongoing dedication to exploring and incorporating advanced treatments that align with our core values of patient-centered care, convenience, and cutting-edge technology.
- At EECP HEALTH, we continue this tradition of excellence, focusing specifically on the unique benefits of EECP for various conditions, including refractory angina, other medical conditions, and athletic performance enhancement.
- EECP HEALTH reflects our unwavering commitment to meeting the evolving health needs of our community and delivering comprehensive, state-of-the-art care tailored to each patient's unique health journey.
- Our Clinical Research Department equips our providers with the latest EECP breakthroughs to create personalized treatment plans for each patient.
Focused in Research & Education
- Our commitment to staying informed and providing the best care is a cornerstone of our philosophy.
- We maintain a mandatory continuing medical education program (CME) for all our providers and certified EECP therapists (CET), giving them access to the latest medical research and clinical guidelines.
- This empowers our healthcare professionals to deliver cutting-edge care to our patients and meet regulatory requirements.
- Our CME program works in conjunction with our Clinical Research Department, ensuring that our patients receive exemplary care grounded in the latest medical guidance.
- Our Clinical Research Department equips our providers with the latest EECP breakthroughs to create personalized treatment plans for each patient.
MEET OUR TEAM
Dr. Jose A. C`aceres
Founder & Medical Director
Dr. Caceres is the founder of Buena Park Heart Center (BPHC), a premier facility for cardiovascular care, focusing on advance diagnostic and interventional cardiology with a genuine caring attitude for each patient.
As a leader in non-invasive treatment options for patients with cardiovascular conditions. he pioneered the introduction of EECP therapy in 2007. He is the Medical Director of EECP HEALTH.
Dr. Caceres completed postgraduate training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology, including:
- Residency — University of Illinois College of Medicine
- Fellowship in Clinical Cardiology — University of Washington School of Medicine
- Fellowship in Cardiac Electrophysiology — University of Wisconsin School of Medicine
He is a dedicated clinical researcher with over ten publications in prestigious journals such as Annals of Internal Medicine, American Journal of Cardiology, and Circulation. He holds active memberships in numerous professional organizations, including:
- American Medical Association
- Medical Association of Orange County
- American College of Physicians
- American Heart Association
- American Academy of Cardiology
- American Society of Preventive Cardiology
- American Society of Hypertension
- Heart Failure Society of America
Throughout his distinguished career for over 43 years, Dr. Caceres has received many accolades, including:
- Top US Physician — Internal Medicine & Cardiology (2003–2005)
- Top Cardiologists in America (2007, 2010, 2012, 2014)
- Distinguished Grand Master, American Board of Cardiology. AAC (2012)
- Consultant, National Academy of Medicine, AAC (2012)
- Most Compassionate Doctor Award (2011)
Dr. Jose Luis Jimenez
Assistant Clinician
Dr. Jimenez brings 31 years of experience as a Medical Doctor, including 16 years as an Internal Medicine specialist and five years as Chief of the Intensive Care Unit.
- Doctor of Medicine — University of Havana, Cuba
- U.S. Equivalency — IERF #S11-00733/icr
- Residency & Diploma — Specialist in Internal Medicine, Superior Institute of Medical Sciences of Havana
- Fellowship — Intensive Care Medicine, Joaquin Albarran Hospital, Havana
He holds additional certifications as an Allied Health Care Instructor and BLS Instructor and is an active participant in CME programs sponsored by the New England Journal of Medicine. At BPHC, he serves as Dr. Caceres’ trusted Assistant Clinician. Dr. Jimenez is fluent in Spanish.
Ace Alvarez, N.P.
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Ace Alvarez joined CMG in January 2012 as a Certified Nurse Practitioner, certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing — Philippines
- Master’s Degree (Nurse Practitioner) California State University, Long Beach
- Member, The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Ace completed a rigorous internship in Primary Care, Internal Medicine, and Cardiology at CMG and BPHC (2010–2011). He specializes in the care of adults and seniors and is highly experienced in diagnosing and managing cardiovascular diseases and other medical conditions. Patients appreciate his dedication and sincere care. Ace is fluent in Tagalog.
Samantha Ang, CET
Administrator & EECP Health Manager
Samantha Ang has served as the Operations Manager for the EECP Program at EECP HEALTH since 2016, and as Chief Administrative Officer of CMG and BPHC since 2020.
- Certified EECP Therapist (CET) since 2010
- Currently studying to become a Registered Nurse
- Trilingual: English, Tagalog, Spanish
Known for her dedication to excellence and her compassion for both patients and staff, Samantha has been honored with Employee of the Year awards in 2018 and 2020. She is extensively trained in both clinical and administrative operations and seamlessly manages front and back-office responsibilities. Additionally, she is the Principal Investigator for the Buena Park Heart Center Clinical Research Team, focusing on publishing academic studies related to EECP therapy — an area where she holds special expertise.
Daniel Carrisosa, CET
Daniel Carrisosa, CET
Daniel Carrisosa, CET
Lita Ruiz, CET
Daniel Carrisosa, CET
Daniel Carrisosa, CET
Michael Carrisosa, CET
Daniel Carrisosa, CET
Michael Carrisosa, CET
Vanessa Barrera, CET
Vanessa Barrera, CET
Michael Carrisosa, CET
Livan Armas, CET
Vanessa Barrera, CET
Livan Armas, CET
OUR HISTORY OF EXCELLENCE
1993
2003-2005
1993
Caceres Medical Group is Founded
Dedicated to excellence in primary care and cardiology with a genuine caring attitude for each patient..
1994
2003-2005
1993
Buena Park Heart Center is Founded
Buena Park Heart Center was established, with an emphasis on providing the highest standard of interventional cardiovascular care in a state-of-art facility.
2003-2005
2003-2005
2003-2005
America's Top Physicians Award
Dr. Joe Caceres, Medical Director of Caceres Medical Group, is awarded the America's Top Physicians Award by the Consumers' Research Council of America.
2007
2007, 2008 & 2012
2003-2005
Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP)
Buena Park Heart Center begins its Enhanced External Counter Pulsation program with a single EECP treatment bed.
2007, 2008 & 2012
2007, 2008 & 2012
2007, 2008 & 2012
America’s Top Cardiologists Award
Dr. Joe Caceres, Medical Director of Buena Park Heart Center, is awarded the America's Top Cardiologists Award by the Consumers' Research Council of America.
2010
2007, 2008 & 2012
2007, 2008 & 2012
Most Compassionate Doctor Award
Dr. Joe Caceres is awarded the Most Compassionate Doctor Award by the Consumers' Research Council of America.
2012
- Consultant to the National Academy of Medicine, Special Appointment. AAC.
- Distinguished Grand Master of the American Board of Cardiology. AAC.
2014
First Annual Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP) Symposium on Refractory Angina Pectoris
Buena Park Heart Center stages the first EECP Symposium on October 29, 2014, at Anaheim Marriott Suites in Anaheim, CA.
2014
2014
Further Expansion of EECP Program
Buena Park Heart Center continues to expand its EECP program, in response to patient demand, growing to 20+ EECP treatment beds with private entertainment and dressing rooms.
2015
2015
2014
Second Annual Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP) Symposium on Refractory Angina Pectoris
The Second Annual EECP Symposium is given on October 17, 2015 at Anaheim Marriott Suites in Anaheim, CA.
2021
2015
2021
Launch of EECP NOW Newsletter
In April of 2021, EECP NOW, the first newsletter dedicated to EECP is launched by Buena Park Heart Center and distributed to cardiologists nationwide.
2021
2015
2021
The Clinical Research Department at Buena Park Heart Center is Founded
The Clinical Research Department at Buena Park Heart Center is developed, with the goal of broadening knowledge of EECP in the scientific community and raising awareness of its efficacy.
2022
2022
2022
The Post-COVID Cardiovascular Center of Orange County is Founded
The Post-COVID Cardiovascular Center of Orange County is launched, with a goal of restoring quality of life to patients affected with long COVID, through the use of EECP.
2024
2022
2022
11 New EECP Beds Acquired
EECP HEALTH acquired 11 new state-of-the-art EECP beds directly from Chongqing PSK-Health Sci-Tech Development Co., Ltd. In China.
2024
2022
2024
Guest Speaker
“A comparative analysis of EECP Adoption in the United States and China.”
Dr. Joe Caceres was the solo USA guest speaker for the 7th Great Wall International Cardiovascular
Conference in Changchun, China. August 31.