Welcome from the Cath Lab Team
Olivia Stewart, RN, Cath Lab manager
Welcome to the University of Kentucky! After spending the past 10 years working in the UK Cath Lab, I can confidently say this is one of the most exceptional teams you’ll ever be part of. I am excited to welcome you into a place where teamwork, growth, and purpose truly matter. Our UK Cath Lab team is something special. Every day, we care for some of the sickest and most complex patients in the region — and we do it with skill, compassion, and a level of collaboration that I’m incredibly proud of. You’ll quickly see that our attending physicians and fellows work side‑by‑side in a collegial, respectful environment that supports learning at every turn. As Interventional Cardiology Fellows, you won’t just rotate through our lab — you’ll become part of our team. I’ve watched fellows arrive with curiosity and leave a year later with confidence, advanced skills, and a strong sense of who they are as clinicians. That growth is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. We work hard, but we also have fun together. You’ll find a team that supports you, challenges you, and celebrates your wins. If you’re looking for a place where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, you’re in the right spot.
Kathy Hisle, RN, Cath Lab Board Runner
Welcome to the Bluegrass! I started working in the Cath Lab before the development and use of Coronary Stents! The staff in the lab pride ourselves on working as one team in caring for the sickest people in our region. Our fellows and attendings feel like family to us. After all, we spend a lot of time together. It's a pleasure and an honor to witness the learning and growth that happens in one short year of interventional training. I've yet to meet a fellow who didn't leave Kentucky with a full heart and substantial expertise.