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By Adam Pick
Valve Clinic Tour: Led By Dr. Ad and Dr. Massimiano, Inova Harnesses Surgical Competency, Innovation & Patient Research
By Adam Pick on November 19, 2010
Recently, I spent two days at Inova’s Heart & Vascular Institute in Falls Church, Virginia — which is about 10 miles from downtown Washington, D.C. in Northern Virginia. It was my first visit to the new $150 million facility that (i) holds a #1 ranking from HealthGrades for Virginia hospitals and (ii) a 5-Star excellence rating for heart valve replacement surgeries.
Dr. Allan Stewart Named “Heart Valve Surgeon Of The Month”
By Adam Pick on November 2, 2010
[Update: Please note that Dr. Allan Stewart is no longer performing surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center.]
Cardiac Clinic Tour: Dr. Scott Lim Extends MitraClip Competence At The University Of Virginia
By Adam Pick on October 24, 2010
As many of you know, I’m fascinated with technology.
Valve Clinic Tour: Dr. Adams & Dr. Stelzer Help Trigger Rankings Boost at Mount Sinai Hospital
By Adam Pick on July 27, 2010
When two, leading heart valve surgeons come together at an established cardiac care program, the expectations for success are high.
Cardiac Clinic Tour: Dr. Kar and Dr. Trento Join Forces In MitraClip Study at Cedars-Sinai Hospital
By Adam Pick on July 14, 2010
Recently, I was extremely lucky to observe Dr. Saibal Kar and his team perform its 103rd MitraClip procedure on a patient with severe mitral regurgitation at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles, California.
Special Announcement: Dr. Eric Roselli’s Chat Transcript Ready For Free Download!
By Adam Pick on July 10, 2010
This past Wednesday, Dr. Eric Roselli, a leading heart surgeon from The Cleveland Clinic, hosted an exclusive internet chat with our patient and caregiver community. Thanks to your questions and your participation, this was a very active and educational chat that is now available in a written transcript.
Top 6 Questions About Dr. Roselli’s Internet Chat
By Adam Pick on July 6, 2010
My inbox is overflowing with great questions about Dr. Eric Roselli’s chat scheduled for today, Wednesday, July 7 at 2pm (EST). That said, I will use this blog to answer the six, most common questions about this special event:
“Do You Have A Question About Aortic Valve Surgery?” Asks Adam
By Adam Pick on July 5, 2010
If you are preparing for or recovering from aortic valve surgery, here is a great way to get your questions answered from a surgical expert. This Wednesday, July 7 at 2pm (EST), Dr. Eric Roselli, one of The Cleveland Clinic’s leading heart surgeons, will answer your questions during a special online chat.
Registration Instructions: Dr. Roselli’s Live Internet Chat – Wednesday, July 7 At 2pm (EST)
By Adam Pick on June 28, 2010
Great news!
Surgeon Interview: Dr. Jai Raman Discusses Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Treatment
By Adam Pick on June 26, 2010
Several weeks ago, I shared the touching story of William Luna’s high risk valve repair. Shortly thereafter, I received several emails about minimally-invasive procedures and Dr. Jai Raman — the surgeon who performed William’s procedure.
Dr. Eric Roselli’s Interactive Chat Scheduled For July 7!
By Adam Pick on June 23, 2010
I’m hoping this announcement will help those of you diagnosed with heart valve disorders including aortic valve stenosis and aortic valve regurgitation.
Dr. Marc Gillinov Gets 12 Thumbs And 2 Paws Up!
By Adam Pick on June 17, 2010
Over the past few months, Dr. A. Marc Gillinov, a leading heart surgeon from The Cleveland Clinic, has been incredibly supportive of our patients and caregivers. Not only did Dr. Gillinov host an exclusive Internet chat with our community, but he quickly responds to many of your questions that I forward to him.
Special Announcement: Dr. Gillinov’s Internet Chat Transcript Available Now!
By Adam Pick on February 28, 2010
Earlier this month, Dr. A. Marc Gillinov – one of the leading heart valve surgeons from The Cleveland Clinic – held an exclusive, online chat with our patient and caregiver community. Thanks to your interactive participation, this event was an overwhelming success!!!
Heart Valve Clinic Tour: Keeping Up With Doctor Chitwood At The East Carolina Heart Institute
By Adam Pick on February 17, 2010
Life is fantastic mixture of good days, tough days, great days and, sometimes, bad days. However, every once in a while, we are fortunate to experience… extraordinary days.
Doctor Gillinov’s Chat Update… GREAT JOB EVERYBODY!!!
By Adam Pick on February 7, 2010
Last Wednesday, our patient and caregiver community was fortunate to participate in an exclusive, online chat with Doctor Marc Gillinov, MD, one of the leading heart valve surgeons from The Cleveland Clinic.
Top 6 Questions About Wednesday’s Interactive Chat With Dr. Gillinov
By Adam Pick on February 2, 2010
On Wednesday, Dr. Marc Gillinov, one of the leading heart valve surgeons from The Cleveland Clinic, is going to host an exclusive, interactive chat with our community.
Register Now For Dr. Gillinov’s Interactive Chat On Wednesday, February 3!
By Adam Pick on January 17, 2010
Hi everybody,
“How About An Interactive Chat With A Cleveland Clinic Surgeon?” Asks Adam
By Adam Pick on January 10, 2010
Hi everybody,
After Two Valve Repairs And CryoMaze, Mark Praises Dr. Adams
By Adam Pick on December 15, 2009
I’m currently traveling through Europe for work. Right now, I’m on a train going from Eindhoven to Amsterdam in The Netherlands. Yes, it’s cold. But, not as cold as Helsinki, Finland where it was freeeeeezing.
More About Traveling To The Cleveland Clinic For Heart Valve Surgery
By Adam Pick on September 30, 2009
As you may have seen, the recent post, Did You Travel For Heart Valve Surgery?, has generated a lot of interest and response – as over 25 patients and caregivers have commented.
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