Clinical trials in interventional cardiology to watch out for at the virtual AHA20!!

Our virtual AHA20 has started with all of the science, engagement and excitement!!! Since many of us are working and still want to squeeze in some time to check out what is going on at AHA20, I have decided to summarize clinical trials to look out for at AHA20 with their brief description. Friday 11/13/2020 … Read more

Cardiac Intensivist – Just an Extension of an Interventionist?

Three pathways encompassing an intersection of the established subspecialties of critical care and cardiology have been proposed as a training framework for an aspiring ‘critical care cardiologist’ by the authors in a recent article1.  However, focusing specifically on the skill set outlined in the article,  a different and accelerated pathway for duly trained and interested … Read more

Women & TAVR: “I Don’t Want Any Procedure”

Round 1… Patient’s son-in-law: “My mother has been turned down for surgery. They tell me her mortality rate at 2 years is high since she had fluids collecting in her lungs. They told me to ask you about catheterization.” Me: “Yes, she does have a tight aortic valve and did develop heart failure. She is … Read more