Please Sign In and use this article's on page print button to print this article. Subscriber Content Mar 17, 2017, 1:15pm EDT Updated Mar 17, 2017, 2:50pm EDT Image provided by Getty Images (Leylaynr) Deal with Cardiology Group of Western New York the second time since January an independent cardiology practice from the region has merged into the system. Image provided by Getty Images (Leylaynr) Catholic Health is again expanding its cardiology practice with the addition of a second private practice. Trinity Medical Cardiology will double in size with the addition of 11 physicians from Cardiology Group of Western New York PC. In January, a dozen physicians from Buffalo Heart Group LLP joined Trinity Medical WNY PC, the physician practice network affiliate of Catholic Health. Image provided by Getty Images (Leylaynr) Cardiology Group of Western New York has long partnered with Catholic Health hospitals, with its physicians practicing at Kenmore Mercy Hospital and Mercy Hospital in South Buffalo; and participated in the care coordination program offered by Catholic Medical Partners. In operation for more than 30 years, Cardiology Group of Western New York has four sites in the region in Williamsville, Lockport and Orchard Park. All of those sites will … Continue reading →

The cardiologist accused of performing unnecessary procedures at Excela Health told a Westmoreland County jury on Wednesday he did nothing wrong and didn't even know about the allegations until just before he resigned in early 2011. Dr. Ehab Morcos testified in his own defense during the eighth day of trial for a malpractice lawsuit filed against him, his former cardiology practice and Excela by a North Huntingdon truck driver who claims he received unneeded stents from Morcos during multiple procedures in late 2008. All are appropriate, all were done for a reason, Morcos testified. Steven Sensenich, 57, contends he received seven stents, mesh tubes implanted in cardiac arteries to improve blood flow, and that five of those devices were not needed. His lawsuit is the first trial of 71 cases pending against Morcos, Westmoreland Cardiology (where he worked as a doctor) and Excela Health (where the procedures were conducted). Sensenich has maintained that Excela allowed Morcos and another doctor at his practice to routinely implant unneeded stents. Morcos vehemently denied those allegations from the witness stand Wednesday while showing jurors videos of the three procedures he performed on Sensenich. Morcos said each stent was implanted to correct arterial blockages that … Continue reading →

Patch.com NSMC Names New Chief Of Cardiology - Salem, MA Patch Patch.com Salem, MA - Dr. Howard Waldman will succeed Dr. David Roberts as Chief Of Cardiology effective Apr. 1. and more » Continue reading here: NSMC Names New Chief Of Cardiology - Salem, MA Patch - Patch.com … Continue reading →

The interventional cardiology team at Beebe Healthcare recently became the first on the Delmarva Peninsula to offer patients with coronary artery disease a new treatment option that literally disappears over time. Dr. Ehtasham Qureshi, a board-certified interventional cardiologist, recently performed the first implants at Beebe. The Absorb bioresorbable vascular scaffold is the world's first FDA-approved dissolving stent, signaling a major advance in the treatment of coronary artery disease, which affects 15 million people in the United States and remains a leading cause of death worldwide despite decades of therapeutic advances. While stents are traditionally made of metal, Abbott's Absorb stent is made of a naturally dissolving material, similar to dissolving sutures. Absorb starts to dissolve after implantation in a blocked artery and disappears completely in about three years, after it has done its job of keeping a clogged artery open and promoting healing of the treated artery segment. By contrast, metal stents are permanent implants. "The Absorb bioresorbable scaffold represents a breakthrough in the way we treat blocked arteries," said Qureshi, who completed the procedure via a novel wrist approach. "Patients now have the advantage of stent placement to promote healing, and, at the same time, there will be no … Continue reading →

Its easy to look back and think of all the should-haves, would-haves, and could-haves that might have changed the trajectory of your career. But we all know this isnt healthy behavior. Glancing forward to the next few monthsthe last in a seemingly endless period of my trainingIve been thinking about how I would absolutely not be where I am today without guidance from numerous different mentors and colleagues along the way. As I move forward, here is the short version of what Id want to pass onto medical students and residents interested in a career in cardiology. 1. Its a marathon, not a sprint Although I was told by many over the course of my training to slow down and focus on bigger-picture outcomes, this necessity only seeps in when you are actually living through your years in residency and fellowship. So stay focused and make sure you have a very strong support system of family and friends to get you through. For me, this is my wife, parents, and brother. It is also crucial to work on your emotional intelligence, as there will be days when you will feel like giving up, and what will keep you on the … Continue reading →

The Handoff: Your Week in Cardiology News - 3/16/17 The Cardiology Advisor (registration) The Handoff is a weekly roundup of cardiology news covering various developments in subspecialties, the pharmaceutical industry, and the overall state of health care as it affects cardiologists. Keep your finger on the pulse of cardiology with The Handoff. Originally posted here: The Handoff: Your Week in Cardiology News - 3/16/17 - The Cardiology Advisor (registration) … Continue reading →