U.S. Senator Roy Blunt announced that he underwent a routine and successful coronary surgical procedure on Thursday January 12.

The Missouri Republican says he’ll be back on the job next week.

The procedure took place at George Washington University Hospital.

According to an announcement on his Web site, doctors implanted a stent after they located a blockage in the front of the Senator’s heart as a result of a physical examination earlier in the week.

“I continue to be a strong believer in the life-saving importance of early detection, and I encourage everyone to be proactive about their preventive screenings,” said Blunt. “I’m very grateful for the care that I received from the medical professionals at George Washington University Hospital, and I look forward to returning to my regular schedule very soon.”