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Simple Surgical Technique Associated with Significant Reduction in the Risk of Atrial Fibrillation After Cardiac Surgery
A simple surgical technique during cardiac surgery was associated with a 56 percent reduction in the incidence of an irregular heart rhythm known as atrial fibrillation that can lead to stroke, with no added risks or side effects.
NewYork-Presbyterian Launches “Stay Amazing” National Brand Marketing Campaign
NewYork-Presbyterian, one of the nation’s most comprehensive, integrated academic healthcare systems, today launched “Stay Amazing,” its first new brand platform and campaign in more than a decade.
Dr. Wendy Chung of NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital to Lead Newly Designated Rare Disease Center of Excellence
Columbia University Irving Medical Center with NewYork-Presbyterian has been named a Center of Excellence by the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) and joins a national network dedicated to improving treatment and care for people with rare diseases.
Northern Manhattan Vaccine Hotline Wins NYC Imagine Award
NMIC, a community-based nonprofit organization that provides social services to residents of Washington Heights, Inwood and the surrounding areas, was recognized at the inaugural NYC Imagine Awards on Oct. 19, 2021 for launching the Northern Manhattan, Harlem, and South Bronx Community COVID-19 Vaccination Scheduling Hotline. The hotline was made possible with the support of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
Dr. Larissa V. Rodríguez Appointed Chair of the Department of Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine and Urologist-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
Dr. Larissa V. Rodríguez has been named chair of the Department of Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine and urologist-in-chief at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, effective Jan. 1, 2022.
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8 Things a Leading Cardiologist Wishes You Knew About Heart Health 8 Things a Leading Cardiologist Wishes You Knew About Heart Health
Discover simple tips to maintain a healthy heart – from the importance of exercise and sleep to what healthy portion sizes look like.