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NJ hospitals pump up cardiac care (updated)
It's been a big summer for heart care innovations around New Jersey, as several medical centers announced new treatments, technology and executive moves.
Valley team 1st to perform latest cardiac ablation – using holograms
With help from a specially designed headset, the new CommandEP technology gives physicians an interactive, 3D and hand-free view of the patient’s heart in real time.
Atlantic Health, NYU Langone expand partnership
This new collaboration aims to improve access to adult congenital heart disease services.
Cooper, Inspira team mark milestone in AFib care
The joint venture in cardiac care was recently the first in the region, and one of only few in the U.S., to use the Farapulse PFA System for the treatment of atrial fibrillation.
Valley Hospital uses new tech to treat atrial fibrillation
The PulseSelect Pulsed Field Ablation System uses pulsed electrical fields during the procedure, which can result in a lower risk of collateral tissue being affected during treatment.
Newark Beth Israel performs NJ’s 1st SSO2 procedure
Dr. Khalil Kaid, director of interventional cardiology, who performed the first procedure, said SuperSaturated Oxygen Therapy for heart attack patients allows physicians to target the muscle with even more precision, preventing “severe damage which often leads to heart failure.”
J&J MedTech buys cardiac device company for $400M
"The team at Laminar is driven by our vision to develop and deliver an innovative solution to help patients live without the fear of stroke, or the need for long-term use of blood thinners,” Lamar President and CEO Randy Lashinski said about the company's technology.
Cooper team earns $100K grant to develop catheterization device
Invented by Drs. Jeffrey Carpenter and Katherine McMackin, the innovation gives cardiac teams more options and greater flexibility during a procedure and can also lead to a reduced risk of infection for the patient.
Hackensack Meridian earns high praise for cardiac care
Five of the network's facilities earned the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence from the American College of Cardiology – the only hospitals in the state to do so this year.
High-profile cases highlight issue of cardiac arrest in young athletes
“The good news is that it’s not that common, but it certainly does happen,” said RWJBarnabas Health's Dr. Jeffrey Lander, who offered advice on what to know before hitting the field, as well as what to do in an emergency.
Valley Health departments team up for heart health
The Women’s Services and Cardiology divisions are joining forces to ensure patients diagnosed with hypertension, gestational hypertension or severe preeclampsia receive follow-up care and education.
Data can help providers assess and adjust to tackle cardiac care
Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death for men and women in both the U.S. as well as the Garden State. And according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cardiovascular diseases account for $216 billion in health care system costs.
