Surgeons & Hospitals Blog - Page 4
By Adam Pick
Surgeon Q&A: Taking Asymmetric Information Out of the Surgical Process with Dr. John Byrne
By Adam Pick on August 22, 2013
It is very common for patients to be confused when a doctor says to you, “I am sorry. The valve is in bad shape. I think it is time for surgery.”
Surgeon Q&A: What Should You Know About Heart Valve Re-operations?
By Adam Pick on August 1, 2013
The good news about heart valve surgery is… It will save your life. The other piece of good news about heart valve surgery is that most patients only need surgery once in their lifetime. For a small group of patients, however, the need for a second surgery may occur. While the thought of going through two cardiac procedures can be quite daunting, the good news is… The second procedure may also save your life.
Understanding The Patient Perspective with Dr. Randolph Chitwood
By Adam Pick on May 8, 2013
It’s a rare occurrence when I meet a world-renown cardiac surgeon who has also been a patient.
Dr. Randolph Chitwood & East Carolina Heart Institute Launch Heart Valve Clinic Microsite
By Adam Pick on April 2, 2013
When I started this website 6 years ago, I had no idea what I was doing. Early on, however, I was very lucky to connect with Dr. Randolph Chitwood, the director of the East Carolina Heart Institute (ECHI) and mitral valve specialist.
Surgeon Q & A: Understanding the Connection Between Heart Failure and Valve Disease with Dr. Edwin McGee
By Adam Pick on March 12, 2013
As we have learned together, failing to properly treat valvular disorders can be tragic for patients, their families and friends. Heart valve disorders — including aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation — can cause temporary damage to the cardiac muscle and, ultimately, heart failure.
Medical Mission Update #2 – How Is Dr. Ricardo Lazala Preparing Mount Sinai For The Mission?
By Adam Pick on March 12, 2013
As I prepare to join the Mount Sinai team for a Medical Mission to the Dominican Republic, I wanted to learn more about this philanthropic effort to treat patients with heart valve disease. For that reason, I contacted Dr. Ricardo Lazala, the Mission Director and Assistant Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Mount Sinai. Below, you will find the highlights from our conversation.
Surgeon Interview: Understanding Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Valve Surgery with Dr. Hyde Russell
By Adam Pick on February 1, 2013
One educational area that I plan to discuss more in the future is pediatric and adult congenital heart valve surgery. While we have discussed this topic in the past, the amount of educational content at this website for children, parents, grandparents and friends is not overwhelming.
Special Web Chat Series Announced By The Cleveland Clinic
By Adam Pick on January 31, 2013
Hey everybody,
Mark Experiences A ‘Change of Heart’ Thanks To Dr. Allan Stewart
By Adam Pick on January 8, 2013
[Update: Please note that Dr. Allan Stewart is no longer performing surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center.]
Surgeon Q&A: Dr. T. Sloane Guy Helps Kerrigan, Simone & Tina
By Adam Pick on December 19, 2012
Lately, my inbox has been filled with great questions from patients all over the world. For example, Kerrigan, Simone and Tina just asked me about tissue valve replacement selection, Coumadin and atrial fibrillation.
Wow! The 2012 Dallas-Leipzig Valve Conference Started Today!
By Adam Pick on December 6, 2012
Today, I was very fortunate to attend the Dallas-Leipzig Valve Conference in Dallas, Texas. While I had heard of this conference in the past, I had no idea about this size of the conference, its world renown faculty or its Transatlantic approach to education.
Our ‘Surgeon Spotlight’ Shines On Dr. Steven Bolling, Mitral Valve Repair Specialist
By Adam Pick on December 3, 2012
I am very excited to share that Dr. Steven Bolling has been named our current ‘Featured Heart Valve Surgeon’ at HeartValveSurgery.com.
Holy Cross Hospital Launches Heart Valve Clinic Microsite!
By Adam Pick on October 10, 2012
Good news!
Seminar Update: Thanks To Dr. Khan, Alta Bates Summit and Ted For A Great Night In Oakland!
By Adam Pick on October 1, 2012
Good news!
Surgeon Spotlight: Dr. McGee Innovates To Keep Hearts Ticking!
By Adam Pick on September 5, 2012
I’m very happy to announce that Dr. Edwin C. McGee, Jr., a cardiac surgeon from Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, has been named the ‘Featured Surgeon’ at HeartValveSurgery.com.
New ‘Top-Ranked Hospitals For Cardiology & Heart Surgery’ Announced
By Adam Pick on August 22, 2012
In case you missed it, U.S. News and World Reports recently published its annual top listing of top hospitals for cardiology and heart surgery.
Jeff, Chris & Mark Celebrate Dr. Paul Stelzer, A Ross Procedure Guru and A Super Nice Guy
By Adam Pick on August 6, 2012
In our patient and caregiver community, the name Doctor Paul Stelzer is synonymous with the Ross Procedure. As you might know, Dr. Paul Stelzer has performed over 500 Ross Procedures during his 28-year career. Dr. Stelzer has performed the last 300 Ross Procedures have occurred without patient mortality.
USC Launches New Heart Valve Clinic Microsite!
By Adam Pick on July 3, 2012
I’m very happy to announce that Keck Hospital of USC just launched a ‘Heart Valve Clinic Microsite’ at HeartValveSurgery.com!
Special Announcement: Northwestern Memorial Hospital Launches ‘Heart Valve Clinic Microsite’
By Adam Pick on June 25, 2012
Great news everybody!
Special Announcement: The Mount Sinai Medical Center Launches Heart Valve Microsite at HeartValveSurgery.com
By Adam Pick on June 16, 2012
In 2008, when I first spoke with Doctor David Adams, the Chairman of Cardiothoracic Surgery at The Mount Sinai Medical Center, he immediately understood the key objective of this website – to educate and empower patients from diagnosis through recovery. Over the years, Dr. Adams’ support of this project has been extraordinary and, most importantly, Dr. Adams has performed successful surgery on many patients in our community. As you can see at his profile page, Dr. Adams has 25 patients testimonials in our Surgeon Finder.
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