Minutes Matter – Creating the Pathway for a Comprehensive Heart & Vascular Program at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas
Earlier in the year, The Medical Center of Southeast Texas (The Medical Center) kicked off the official launch of their new Open Heart Surgery program. In partnership with a team of 14 cardiologists, the new program further compliments a robust Heart & Vascular service line that has performed over 2,600 life-saving procedures in the past twelve months. Speaking to the high-quality program that has been built, hospital Cardiology Committee Chairman, Dr.
Getting to the Heart of the Matter

Dr. Cindy John, a cardiologist with Steward Health Group, is passionate about helping her patients create habits for optimal heart health.
“Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States,” said Dr. John. “Every 36 seconds – in the time it takes for you to send a text message – someone dies from cardiovascular disease in this country.”
These facts have driven Dr. John to become a fierce advocate in the fight against heart disease, educating her patients on risk factors and preventative measures to keep their heart health in check.
SHARON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER LAUNCHES LESS INVASIVE CARDIAC PROCEDURE, EXPANDING ACCESS TO ADVANCED CARE
SHARON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER LAUNCHES LESS INVASIVE CARDIAC PROCEDURE, EXPANDING ACCESS TO ADVANCED CARE
The TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) procedure marks Beginning of Sharon Regional’s Structural Heart Program
Sharon, PA – Late last month, Sharon Regional Medical Center – a Steward family hospital – completed its first successful TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) procedure. The successful procedure marks the start of the community’s expanded access to cutting edge, advanced cardiac care.
Nashoba Valley Medical Center’s New Cardiac Imaging System Enhances Coronary Artery Disease Detection

New system enhances accuracy of nuclear testing results, improves patient comfort, and reduces imaging time
Ayer, MA – Nashoba Valley Medical Center today introduced new, state-of-the-art nuclear cardiac imaging technology designed to enhance cardiac disease detection and improve each patient’s experience. The new cardiac imaging scanner, the D-SPECT® Vista scanner, a Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) nuclear cardiac imaging system, offers patients the latest in cardiac imaging by:
October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month

The terms "sudden cardiac arrest" (SCA) and "heart attack" can be easily confused; however, the two conditions are vastly different. October is the month set aside to educate the public on SCA, what causes it, and how it can be prevented.
Rockledge Regional Medical Center Launches Affordable Care Initiative for Patients Financially Affected by Coronavirus
Rockledge Regional reaches out to Brevard County patients struggling financially due to COVID-19 with a program offering affordable, transparent prices and no surprise bills.
Sharon Regional Medical Center and Steward Medical Group Welcomes New Medical Specialists
Sharon Regional Medical Center Expands Access to Specialty Care in Lawrence, Mercer and Venango Counties. The specialists include Randall Hofius, DO, general surgeon and Phillip Painley, DO, interventional cardiologist. Both Drs. Hofius and Painley are on the medical staff of Sharon Regional Medical Center.
Mountain Vista Medical Center Celebrates 11th Annual Heart Healthy Day on Saturday, Feb. 24
Mountain Vista hold its 11th Annual Heart Healthy Day event to help Arizonans take charge of their heart health with free health screenings and wellness tips.
Rockledge Regional Medical Center and Steward Medical Group Welcome Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon, José Montalvo, MD

Rockledge Regional Medical Center and Steward Medical Group are pleased to welcome José Montalvo, MD. Dr. Montalvo specializes in adult cardiac and thoracic surgical care, which includes the heart, its valves, the lungs and other organs of the chest.
Third Annual Paint the Night Red Heart Healthy Event
Rockledge, Florida (February 13, 2017) – Wuesthoff Health System and the American Heart Association is inviting members of the community to Paint the Night Red for Heart Health on Tuesday, February 28. The event will run from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Wuesthoff Medical Center—Rockledge Café, 110 Longwood Ave., Rockledge, FL 32955. Open free to the public with complimentary valet parking available, Paint the Night Red for Heart Health features lectures, health screenings, education forums, giveaways and hors d'oeuvres.