Specialists from the American College of Cardiology and Society of Thoracic Surgeons explored data from more than 276,000 patients who have undergone a TAVR procedure in the last nine years. 

The American College of Cardiology, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, American Association for Thoracic Surgery and Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions all collaborated on the response. 

The Association of Black Cardiologists, American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology have collaborated on a joint statement that touches on the death of George Floyd and its connection to the cardiovascular health of racial minorities in the United States.   

A group of cardiovascular societies, including the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and American Heart Association (AHA), has published a new guidance designed to help providers resume important procedures and diagnostic tests during the COVID-19 pandemic.

During the past 10 years, there have been major advancements in cardiology, according to physicians and healthcare leaders. Listen in to hear what cardiology leaders define as the most important.

Surreal was the Merriam Webster word of the year in 2016. Cardiovascular Business asks physicians and others involved in cardiology for their “word of the year” for 2017 is. We’ll give you a hint – the word of the year suggestions start with change and concern and emerge from there.
 

Palliative care is a growing area in cardiovascular medicine, says ACC President Mary Norine Walsh, MD. Patients with heart failure and patients considering TAVR are among those who may benefit from working with the palliative care team. Listen in.

Teams benefit when providers work at the top of their license, according to Disty Pearson, PA-C. By doing so, it leads to mutual trust and respect. Instead of serving as the “quarterback” of the team, physicians may serve in more of a coaching role.