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Paving the way for optimal LAAO procedure outcomes
WellSpan health is a national leader in left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) research, technology and procedures. Their aim is to reduce stroke risk in atrial fibrillation (Afib) patients who are not amenable to anticoagulation.
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The future of personalization: Advancing precision medicine
Health care is no longer one-size-fits-all, but a personalized journey. Advancements in technology and our understanding of human biology allow us to predict and prevent disease. Hear our WellSpan experts discuss the future of medicine.
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Ultramodern care for inherited cardiovascular diseases
WellSpan Health’s Center for Inherited Cardiovascular Diseases offers the latest, most advanced treatments for genetic cardiac disorders through precision medicine, novel approaches, genetic testing, advanced research and a multidisciplinary team approach.
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Maximizing VAD benefits: The critical role of timely referral
Many heart failure patients who need a ventricular assist device (VAD) don’t get one until their condition has advanced too far. Learn the nuances of advanced heart failure symptoms and when to refer patients for VAD evaluation.
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Q&A: Treating mitral regurgitation before it advances
Many patients with mitral regurgitation aren’t referred for treatment until they’re in advanced heart failure. Learn how careful imaging and percutaneous repair can help patients avoid advancing to that point.
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Women treating high risk indicated patients (WHiP) conference
In April 2024, WellSpan York Hospital hosted the second annual Women Treating High Risk Indicated Patients (WHiP) conference, bringing together 21 female cardiologists while streaming to more than 75 cardiologists in five countries
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Tips to detect CVD earlier in women
Women with cardiovascular disease (CVD) tend to receive later diagnoses and less aggressive treatment than men. Learn the unique signs of CVD in women and when to refer.
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TAVR Q&A with Dr. James Harvey
Dr. Harvey is the “doctor that other doctors come to” to learn the most advanced technique for TAVR. He’s been all over the world, in fact, teaching other interventional cardiologists his approach, which has become the standard of care for this procedure.
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4D-CT for heart disease diagnosis
Cardiologists at WellSpan York Hospital are working to change the standard of care for patients with heart complaints thanks to a new 4D cardiac CT scan machine.
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Forging my own career path
As a woman pursuing a career in interventional cardiology, Dr. Rhiann Davies was often told she would not "cut it." While the number of women in interventional cardiology is growing, there are still nay sayers. Dr. Davies reflects on her experience and offers encouragement to other women who choose this specialty.
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Cutting-edge clinical trials close to home
WellSpan Health has more than 130 open clinical trials, bringing world-class research to patients in their own backyard. Learn about three trials that help patients reduce dementia risk, manage chronic pain and get better lung cancer screening.
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Precision medicine for the people
The Gene Health Project at WellSpan Health, a partnership with Helix, will offer a new way to determine genetic risk for cardiac disease and cancer.