Obesity Rolling Back Gains in Heart Health Nov 18, 2009
In fact, "many people feel the decline in [heart] risk factors is leveling off and there will be an acceleration of cardiovascular disease," said AHA spokesman Dr. Roger Blumenthal, professor of medicine in the division of cardiology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore ... "The prevalence of obesity and oversight in the U.S. and all developed countries is on the rise and reaching epidemic proportions among both adults and children," said Dr. David Crowley, lead author of a study on... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Newton doctor killed while running in Fla. Nov 18, 2009
Ken was a brilliant clinician, said Dr. Patrick O Gara, director of clinical cardiology at Brigham and Women s, speaking of the friend who mentored him for 31 years ... Baughman served as director of the cardiology division at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore before being recruited to Brigham and Women s in 2002. (Boston Globe)
Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate Nov 18, 2009
Former American Heart Association (AHA) president and current spokesman Dr. Sidney Smith said that new AHA/American College of Cardiology recommendations regarding PPIs would be announced Wednesday at the Orlando conference. SOURCES: Joseph Sweeny, M.D., assistant professor of medicine, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, N.Y.; Chet Rihal, M.D., director, catheterization lab, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. (MEDLINEplus)
Albany Med, St. Peters top cardio list Nov 18, 2009
I am so proud of our cardiac team of physicians, nurses, and technicians, who provide the very best of care to our heart patients, said Dr. Edward Philbin, associate professor, endowed chair in cardiology, and vice chair of the department of medicine at Albany Med. Thomson Reuters examined the performance of 971 hospitals nationwide, analyzing clinical outcomes for patients diagnosed with heart failure and heart attacks and for those who received coronary bypass surgery and angioplasties. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Moderate-Fat Diet May Be Better at Reducing Heart Risks Nov 18, 2009
"This sort of falls within the boundaries of what we used to call the Atkins diet, which was a high-lipid and low-carb diet. Normally this kind of diet suppresses appetite, improves diabetes," said Dr. Alfred Bove, president of the American College of Cardiology ... D., president, American College of Cardiology; Alice Lichtenstein, D.Sc. (MEDLINEplus)
Cheap Vitamin B Best for Clearing Arteries? Nov 17, 2009
So said Dr. Anthony DeMaria, a leading cardiologist who is also the editor in chief of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. He was referring to the results of a study that compared niacin -- a form of vitamin B -- to Zetia in high-risk patients who need more than a drug like Lipitor or Crestor to control their cholesterol. (ABC News)
Breathe easier, sleep easier Nov 17, 2009
He formerly worked at Auburn Cardiology and Pulmonary Services. Before that, Rao completed a residency at the Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo and a fellowship in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at University of Buffalo. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Early End to Key Study on Benefits of Niacin, a B Vitamin, in Keeping Arteries Open Was Premature Nov 17, 2009
"Although study results are provocative, I am not convinced," says Blumenthal, a professor and director of the Ciccarone Preventive Cardiology Center at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and its Heart and Vascular Institute. "These early results offer no conclusive evidence that niacin along with a statin will actually lower the number of deaths and incidents of heart attack from coronary artery disease down the road.". (Science Daily)
Tiny Particles Can Deliver Antioxidant Enzyme to Injured Heart Cells Nov 17, 2009
11, 2006) Cardiology researchers at Children's Hospital Boston have shown that it may be possible to reduce tissue injury after a heart attack and preserve heart function by using techniques of regenerative. (Sep. (Science Daily)
CMC-NorthEast saluted for cardio care Nov 17, 2009
Thomson Reuters evaluated short-term, acute-care, non-federal hospitals that treat a broad spectrum of cardiology patients. The study authors evaluated 971 hospitals by analyzing outcomes for patients diagnosed with heart failure and heart attacks. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts Nov 16, 2009
Performing EKGs in schools would cost less than $5 per student, and the EKG laptop equipment could be provided to school districts for about $500, according to Dr. Thomas DeBauche, of Cypress Cardiology in Houston. Though school-based EKG screening would not eliminate sudden cardiac death among high school athletes, it could significantly reduce the risk, the researchers said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Q&A: What you should know about Vytorin, Zetia Nov 16, 2009
USA TODAY asked Steven Nissen, the Cleveland Clinic's chief of cardiology, and Roger Blumenthal of the Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease and the American College of Cardiologyprevention committee, for some answers. Q: Why was the study controversial. (USA Today -- News)
New study casts more doubt on drugs Vytorin, Zetia Nov 16, 2009
Vytorin and Zetia should be used for patients who can't adequately reduce their cholesterol with statins and niacin, says Roger Blumenthal, director of preventive cardiology at Johns Hopkins Cardiovascular Institute and author of an editorial detailing the limitations of the study. The other drug used in the study was Niaspan, made by , a slow-release form of niacin. (USA Today -- News)
Study Raises New Questions About Merck Pill Zetia Nov 16, 2009
Zetia "has been on the market for about seven years and we still haven't proven that it improves clinical outcomes," said Dr. Roger Blumenthal, preventive cardiology chief at Johns Hopkins University ... Dr. Anthony DeMaria, a past president of the American College of Cardiology from the University of California at San Diego, said the study "doesn't quite put the nail in the coffin" for Zetia, but pushes it way down on the list of things to try. (Click2Houston, TX)
Abbott's Niaspan Works Better Than Merck's Zetia in Artery Clearing Study Nov 16, 2009
There will be an up-tick in the use of niacin because of this, said , chief of cardiology at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, in an interview yesterday ... a professor of cardiology at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, said the study shouldnt be used by doctors to decide treatment. (Bloomberg -- US)
Popular Anti-Platelet Therapy Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Events in Men and Women Nov 16, 2009
15, 2009) A new study, published in the November 17, 2009, issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, adds to a growing body of research seeking to evaluate and understand possible sex differences associated with antiplatelet therapies. This study -- the first to look at the impact of clopidogrel, one of the most frequently prescribed drugs to prevent and treat heart disease, in women -- found it to be effective in reducing cardiovascular (CV) events in both men and women with... (Science Daily)
Heart and bone damage from low vitamin D tied to declines in sex hormones Nov 16, 2009
Additional support was provided by the American College of Cardiology Foundation and a Clinician Scientist Award at the Johns Hopkins University. Besides Michos, other researchers at Johns Hopkins involved in this study were Jared Reis, Ph. (EurekAlert!)
6-year-old has endured open-heart surgeries, yet remains a happy little girl Nov 15, 2009
Doctors have gotten away from placing so many restrictions on children with heart defects, said Dr. David Nykanen, one of Hannah's doctors and director of cardiology at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Women in Orlando. "Most of the time these children grow up with unrestricted activities," he said. (Florida Today)
UMMS to fuel expansion with $250M bond sale Nov 14, 2009
With another $35 million from the pending bond sale, UMMS plans to bolster at in Bel Air some of health care s most lucrative and popular services, including cardiology, cancer treatment, orthopedics and women s health care, Franey said. It s part of a plan Upper Chesapeake Health officials crafted more than a year ago to spend about $300 million on expanded health services at both hospitals by 2017. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Diabetes Day: Unlock those health woes Nov 14, 2009
This has resulted in more than 100 renowned experts on nutrition, internal medicine, endocrinology, cardiology and sports medicine formulating the dietary guidelines for the prevention of obesity, diabetes and other related diseases under the aegis of the government's department of science and technology. Unfortunately, the last time that India prepared its official dietary guidelines was in 1998 - years before the fast food culture hit the country. (India Times, India)
Dr. William Ganz; cardiologist co-invented safer catheter; at 90 Nov 14, 2009
He changed the life of millions through his significant contributions to medicine, said his colleague, Dr. P.K. Shah, director of the cardiology division at Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute. But he never lost sight of the importance of family and friends. (Boston Globe)
Hospital Enters AgreementWith Cardiologist Group Nov 14, 2009
"By entering into an agreement with St. John's Mercy's integrated group of cardiologists, we can ensure our community has local access to cardiology services of the highest quality and safety," said Terri L. McLain, president of St. John's Mercy Hospital. "For the first time, St. John's Mercy Hospital has an integrated group of cardiologists dedicated to serving Washington. These cardiologists are committed to strengthening and expanding cardiology services for local residents. Patients who wish... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
10 Ways to Cut Health-Care Costs Right Now Nov 13, 2009
He points out that the American College of Cardiology recently published several standards of care for angioplasty and other common treatments, aimed at preventing unnecessary and costly interventions. Given that about one in six U.S. health-care dollars is currently spent on cardiovascular procedures, "that's a big step forward," says Kelly. (BusinessWeek)
UT System regents honor John Howe Nov 13, 2009
Howe is a board-certified physician in internal medicine and cardiology. He received his medical degree from the Boston University School of Medicine in 1969. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Large People Prone To Enlarged Hearts: Obesity Leading Risk Factor Of Left Atrial Enlargement During Aging Nov 13, 2009
12, 2009) Aside from aging itself, obesity appears to be the most powerful predictor of left atrial enlargement (LAE), upping one's risk of atrial fibrillation (the most common type of arrhythmia), stroke and death, according to findings published in the November 17, 2009, issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. See also. (Science Daily)
Renal-Artery Stenosis Nov 12, 2009
From the Department of Medicine, Warren Alpert School of Brown University, Providence (L.D.D.); and the Division of Cardiology, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH (C.J.C.). An audio version of this article is available at NEJM.org. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Highmark exec not endorsing public option Nov 12, 2009
Career: A pediatric residency and pediatric cardiology fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (starting in 1981) was followed by a full-time faculty position at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He became a full professor in the University's pediatric cardiology division in 1995. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Duke signs development deal with Indian drug company Nov 12, 2009
Both studies will be led by Dr. Svati Shah, assistant professor of cardiology at. Reporter e-mail: jgallagher@bizjournals. (Triangle Business Journal)
Doctor sues Lahey, says stent issue led to firing Nov 12, 2009
Piemonte is director of interventional cardiology and sits on Lahey s inventory committee for the catheterization lab, which chooses products and approves contracts with companies ... Gossman said he encouraged his colleagues to resist pressure to use Medtronic stents, and then, during a lecture attended by cardiology fellows on Aug. 27, publicly expressed concerns about the situation. (Boston Globe)
Device enables world's first voluntary gorilla blood pressure reading Nov 11, 2009
The students also had guidance from Hanjoong Jo, the Ada Lee and Pete Correll Professor in Biomedical Engineering and the Division of Cardiology; and Professor Franklin Bost, the Coulter Department director of design instruction. Ozzie slides his arm into the durable, yet comfortable, Gorilla Tough Cuff. (EurekAlert!)
U health-research stimulus tally: $35M Nov 11, 2009
The money, involving 128 grants, is going to pay for research in areas such as cardiology, neurosciences, infectious disease, cancer, and diabetes. It has also received infrastructure grants to improve facilities. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
When Is A Fetus Able To Survive Outside The Womb? Nov 11, 2009
His publications in this field include the American College of Cardiology journal and Circulation. The scientists hope to develop their new IUGR tool as a bedside monitor based on real data. (Science Daily)
Do We Have a Winner? Nov 10, 2009
At the hospital where I trained in pediatric cardiology, in which a child died led quickly to critical improvements in patient safety throughout the hospital ... He is chief of pediatric cardiology and assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Massachusetts Medical School as well as the author of. (Slate)
Expectant moms, babies subjects of new Singapore study to prevent obesity and diabetes in adults Nov 10, 2009
" The prevalence rate of type 2 diabetes mellitus in Singapore is one of the highest in the world and has increased dramatically over the past three decades, from 1.9% of adults in 1975 to 8.2% in 2004. The prevalence of obesity is also rising in Singapore and increased from 5.1% of adults in 1992 to 6.9% in 2004 with almost double the prevalence of school children at over 12%. ### MEDIA CONTACTS: Dawn Sim Manager, NUHS Communications Tel: 6516 1954, Email: Peh Lay Koon Assistant Manager, NUHS... (EurekAlert!)
Some chest pain patients wait longer than 10 minutes to see ER physician Nov 10, 2009
The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association recommend an electrocardiogram be performed and shown to a physician within 10 minutes of a chest pain patient's arrival to the emergency department (ED). Emory researchers examined disparities in waiting times to see a physician for patients complaining of chest pain. (EurekAlert!)
No joke: Laughter works as stress-fighting therapy Nov 10, 2009
Their findings jibe with a 2005 study by the University of Maryland's Center for Preventive Cardiology, which found that laughing relieves stress. Stress can damage the endothelium, the protective barrier that lines the blood vessels and lead to the build up of fat and cholesterol, factors in heart attack, said Dr. Michael Miller, the center's director. (Montana Standard, MT)
Raising 'Good' Cholesterol Levels May Benefit Clogged Arteries Nov 9, 2009
The findings are published in a recent issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. This is the first clear evidence that a therapy to raise levels of good cholesterol when taken alongside statins can have a beneficial effect,' says Dr Robin Choudhury of the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Oxford, who led the study. (Science Daily)
Donald Baim, 60, heart surgeon, executive Nov 9, 2009
At Boston Scientific, Dr. Baim vigorously defended the pharmaceutical and medical device makers role in sponsoring research to advance interventional cardiology ... He trained in internal medicine and cardiology under Dr. John Simpson at Stanford University ... While there, he established the interventional cardiology program at Boston s Beth Israel Hospital - now Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - and oversaw training of about 60 doctors in the field. (Boston Globe)
The truth about aspirin Nov 9, 2009
Many cardiology patients ask about the value of taking an aspirin to prevent a heart attack and stroke ... Many cardiology patients ask about the value of taking an aspirin to prevent a heart attack and stroke. (India Times, India)
Deaths in then news: Dr. Donald Baim Nov 9, 2009
Baim received his medical degree from Yale University and completed training in cardiology and internal medicine at Stanford University. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Monday, November 09, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Several new tenants move into ProMed Nov 8, 2009
Awar is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. Bekka Fulkerson has opened a massage therapy business at Foothills Village Barber Shop, 11242 S. Foothills Blvd., Suite 12, in the Foothills Village Shopping Center. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Obituaries in the news Nov 7, 2009
Boston Scientific Chief Executive Ray Elliot called Baim, a pioneer in the development of interventional cardiology. Baim joined Harvard Medical School in 1981 and established the interventional cardiology program at Beth Israel medical center, a teaching hospital for Harvard students. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Dr. Donald Baim, 60, interventional cardiology pioneer Nov 7, 2009
Ray Elliot, Boston Scientific chief executive, called Dr. Baim a pioneer in the development of interventional cardiology ... Dr. Baim joined Harvard Medical School in 1981 and established the interventional cardiology program at Beth Israel s medical center, a teaching hospital for Harvard students. (Boston Globe)
Kaiser plans $400M metro expansion Nov 7, 2009
Areas of focus include high-volume specialties such as cardiology, neurology and urology. This article is for Paid Subscribers ONLY.. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs? Nov 6, 2009
Since then, three prospective studies, including papers published in The Lancet and data presented at a major cardiology meeting, have shown no adverse cardiac outcomes from the drug combination, Johnson noted. Dr. Michael F. Vaezi, clinical director in the department of gastroenterology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, also believes the clinical importance of the associations reported in many of the PPI studies has been "overblown.". (MEDLINEplus)
Memorial Hermann unveils new MRI machine Nov 6, 2009
The new device has the strongest magnetic field used clinically, which produces higher resolution images to aid in diagnosing diseases in neurology, orthopedics and cardiology. Hospital officials say the new machine will allow for more precise diagnosis, better pre-surgical planning and increased patient comfort. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Kaiser Permanente plans $400 million metro Atlanta expansion Nov 6, 2009
Areas of focus include high-volume specialties such as cardiology, neurology and urology. While Kaiser does not plan to open a hospital in Georgia in the next two to three years, senior officials did not rule out such facilities. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Study suggests dentists can identify patients at risk for fatal cardiovascular event Nov 6, 2009
Designed by the European Society of Cardiology, HeartScore measures cardiovascular disease risk in persons aged 40-65 by factoring the person's age, sex, total cholesterol level, systolic blood pressure and smoking status. Patients with HeartScores of 10 percent or higher, meaning they had a 10 percent or higher risk of having a fatal heart attack or stroke within a 10-year period, were told by dentists to seek medical advice regarding their condition. (EurekAlert!)
Stafford hospital wins heart-lab OK Stafford Hospital Center has received state permission to open a cardiac cath lab Nov 5, 2009
Physicians from the two cardiology groups that work at the hospital, Virginia Cardiovascular Con-sultants and Virginia Cardiovascular Care, will do the procedures. At the start, they will do scheduled procedures only during normal business hours, Yablonski said. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Nov 5, 2009
From the Section of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Chicago, Chicago (S.L.A.); and the Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada (E.D.M.). Address reprint requests to Dr. Archer at the University of Chicago, 5841 S. Maryland Ave. (MC6080), Chicago, IL 60637, or at sarcher@medicine. (New England Journal of Medicine)
ReachMD Broadcasts First Live Interactive Accredited Medical Education (CME/CE) Program for Medical Professionals on November 16, 2009. Nov 5, 2009
Partners include the American Medical Association, American College of Cardiology, American Academy of Neurology, American Medical Directors Association, American Medical Student Association, and American College of Nurse Practitioners, to name just a few. To access ReachMD's original programming 24/7, visit ReachMD at or XM Channel 160 or MedicalRadio iPhone App. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Statins May Worsen Fatigue in Heart Failure Patients Nov 5, 2009
Dr. Gregg C. Fonarow, a professor of cardiology at the University of California at Los Angeles, said patients shouldn't reconsider their use of the statins based on the results of the small U.S. study. "Patients with heart failure who have an indication for statin therapy, such as coronary artery disease or diabetes, should remain on physician-prescribed statin therapy," Fonarow said. (MEDLINEplus)
PM's security claims life Nov 4, 2009
" Chandigarh administration also ordered a magisterial inquiry. Sukhwinder Singh, who drove the car from Ambala, said Sumit was in great pain and in tears by the time they reached the PGI gate. And even when they were allowed in after the fatal wait, there was nobody to help or guide them. "We mistakenly reached the cardiology department and were stopped there for 10 minutes as PM's caravan had arrived. Then, a security guard was sent to accompany the car to the emergency ward, where doctors... (India Times)
Anesthesia: Could Early Use Affect the Brain Later? Nov 4, 2009
Some researchers, including Lisa Wise-Faberowski, an assistant professor of anesthesiology and pediatric cardiology at the University of Colorado, Denver, think the effect in humans won't be easy to show. At the ASA conference, Wise-Faberowski devoted her presentation to chiding researchers for worrying prematurely about "anesthesia-induced neurotoxicity," pointing out that it has been seen only in "cell cultures and lab animals." If anesthetics have always been neurotoxic, one slide in her... (Time.com)
Corporate wellness programme launched Nov 4, 2009
However, Dr. Kumbuor said as much as complementary alternative medicine was being promoted, it was also important to acknowledge the role of western medicine in corrective surgery, neurology, cardiology, diagnostic techniques and in responding to emergencies. "Chiropractic practice must therefore be seen to be referring appropriately to neurologists and orthopaedic specialists and receiving same from their bio-medical counterparts," he said. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sisters of Mercy acquires St. Johns Nov 3, 2009
Beginning immediately, Mercy will start operating the 367-bed acute care hospital, which serves 19 counties in Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas and Arkansas, and specializes in cardiology, orthopedics, neurosciences and oncology. St. John s Regional was by Denver-based. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Smoke-free laws save lives, money Nov 3, 2009
These studies were from University of Kansas - Kansas City (KU School of Medicine - Dept of Internal Medicine, Dept of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Dept of Biostatistics); University of California - San Francisco [School of Pharmacy, Dept of Medicine - Cardiology, Cardiovascular Research Institute); and Institute of Medicine. " misshoneybee wrote on Oct 29, 2009 9:23 AM:" If I were a business owner and owned my business property (land) outright, Jefferson City wouldn't tell me who I... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Did UPMC set up Braddock to fail? Nov 2, 2009
UPMC Shadyside is a "tertiary care" facility offering both primary medical care and "a broad range of specialties that include cardiology, oncology ... obstetrics and gynecology," among others. As previous Post-Gazette coverage noted, Braddock doesn't provide oncology or obstetrics. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A link between heart disease and gum disease? Nov 2, 2009
That s the conclusion of a consensus statement written by leading gum disease specialists and cardiologists published online earlier this year in the American Journal of Cardiology and the Journal of Periodontology. The mechanism of the relationship strongly points to inflammation as the culprit in both cardiovascular disease and periodontitis, or gum disease, says Dr. Thomas E. Van Dyke, a professor of periodontology and oral biology at the Boston University School of Medicine. (Boston Globe)
Harris considered among influential Nov 1, 2009
Lockamy has served in many departments including pediatrics, ICU, cardiology, oncology, emergency services and fifth medical. Nominated by a co-worker, Lockamy was chosen as the only nurse statewide to receive the Staff Nurse Award. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Click to read:Is Running a Marathon Safe? Nov 1, 2009
"I don't recommend that people run marathons," said Dr. Paul Thompson, the director of cardiology at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut. "I want all my patients to walk a minimum of 30 minutes every single day.". (CBS News)
Poky workers in health fair Oct 30, 2009
Several local businesses are partnering with the health fair and they include Portneuf Medical Center's Behavioral Health, Cancer Center, Heart and Lung, Mammogram Mobile, Physical Therapy and Sleep Disorder Departments, Physicians Immediate Care, Southeast Idaho District Health Department, Idaho State University Audiology, Chubbuck Chiropractic, Community Care, Community Recreation Center, Fitness Inc., Creekside Home Health, Gateway Wellness, Hall Massage, Gold's Gym, Idaho Beef Council,... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
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co wrote on Oct 29, 2009 10:10 AM:" To jleroy 1949 - You are quite astute and I appreciate your observation.The estimate is still conservative, but obviously not when you divide 12 by 70 which yields slightly more than 17%. But rather, the recent studies citing the reduction in hospitalizations for heart attacks have stated that the 17% reduction itself is a conservative estimate.These studies were independent of each other and were published within a month of each other. These studies were from... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Damage from Smoking is Swift, Irreversible Oct 29, 2009
On the other hand, a study in the July 2009 Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that subjects having a breakfast of corn flakes and milk suffered a 160% greater change in another important heart disease measure, Flow Mediated Dilation, than those breakfasting on simple water. The water group showed a decrease of 1. (CBS News)
Could you be under risk for arrest? Oct 29, 2009
As the interim chief of cardiology at MCGHealth and a cardiac electrophysiologist -- one who specializes in heart rhythm disturbances -- I evaluate and treat many patients who are at risk for sudden cardiac arrest, an unrecognized, common and deadly problem ... (The writer -- a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society -- is acting chief of cardiovascular medicine and the director of arrhythmia services at MCGHealth; and the Creel Professor of Medicine... (The Augusta Chronicle)
