TAVR-Superior-to-Surgery-Low-Risk-Patients-Aortic-Valve-Stenosis
A large clinical trial has found that a minimally invasive procedure to replace a narrowed heart valve performed better than surgery in patients who were good candidates for surgery.
Dr-Leon-Recognized-with-American-College-of-Cardiology-Top-Honor
Dr. Martin B. Leon, director of the Center for Interventional Vascular Therapy at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, has been awarded the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) in honor of his contributions to the field of interventional cardiology — a branch of cardiovascular medicine that uses minimally invasive approaches to treating heart and valve diseases.
Tips-to-Maintain-a-Healthy-Mind-and-Body-During-the-Holidays
The holiday season is meant to be a joyous occasion, but this time of year can also bring added emotional and physical stress. Joseph T. Cooke, MD, chairman, Department of Medicine for NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, suggests the following strategies to enjoy a happy and healthy holiday season.
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NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital’s clinical staff performed the first Pyrophosphate Scan at the Bronxville Community Hospital. The scan is a non-invasive imaging technique used to take clear pictures of the heart. Using a Gamma Camera, the Nuclear Medicine team initiated the procedure to determine if a patient had cardiac amyloidosis, a disorder caused by deposits of amyloid, an abnormal protein that invades and damages the heart resulting in it not working properly.
Dr-Elan-Goldwaser-Delivers-Keynote-at-Annual-Westchester-Count
Dr. Elan Goldwaser, a sports medicine specialist at NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital, delivered the opening keynote address at the Annual Westchester County Parks Staff Conference.
Emergency-Department-Begins-Using-New-Flu-Test
The flu season is officially here. If it is like last year, 49 million Americans could soon come down with the illness. NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital is preparing for the uptick in cases with a new and faster #flutest they just implemented for patients visiting the Emergency Department. Now, rather than send a specimen to the Hospital’s Lab, nurses can swab a patient at the bedside and immediately process the test in 15 minutes or less.
Tips-to-Help-Prevent-and-Respond-to-a-Stroke
Stroke is the leading cause of permanent disability in the U.S. and the fifth leading cause of death. In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month, NewYork-Presbyterian Queens is sharing information on stroke risk and prevention.
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In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital hosted “Cocktails & Conversation” on October 17 at its Carol H. Taylor Breast Health Center.
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