Press Releases

Press Releases

Octagos Health announces strategic investments in product, AI and talent

Following its recent $43 million Series B funding, the company is expanding its data integration capabilities to include a broader range of devices, including wearables, heart failure monitoring, and remote patient monitoring.

Elutia announces first patient implant of EluPro, the world’s first drug-eluting bioenvelope for cardiac pacemakers and neurostimulators

The procedure was performed in Greenville, North Carolina.

2023 Hearst Health Prize - AI for Incidental CAC

Congratulations to Stanford Medicine on winning the 2023 Hearst Health Prize for its artificial intelligence solution that helps identify patients at risk for heart attack by scoring incidental coronary artery calcium (CAC) on non-gated chest CTs.

DASI Simulations' PrecisionTAVI gets CMS Hospital Outpatient Billing Code

Predictive model generation for pre-planning a cardiac procedure now reimbursable by Medicare at approximately $1,000 per model

 

Echo IQ's breakthrough research on cardiovascular health continues with unveiling of AI-driven aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation detection results at ESC 2023 Congress

Late-Breaking Science sessions reveal revolutionary findings on severe aortic stenosis and mild-to-severe mitral regurgitation identification through innovative AI technology.

 

Keystone Perfusion Services, PC recognized for life-saving contribution during COVID-19 pandemic, secures fifth consecutive year on Inc. 5000 list
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The company's multifaceted healthcare staffing solutions play a pivotal role in transforming patient care and elevating industry standards.

 

Corazon and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions announce partnership

The agreement formally endorses Corazon’s cardiovascular accreditation.

Arineta announces SpotLight Duo, the world’s first dedicated cardiovascular and thoracic CT system

Arineta Cardio Imaging is excited to announce the FDA 510(k) clearance of the SpotLight and SpotLight Duo family of cardiovascular CT scanners.

Study Confirms Ultromics’ AI Can Improve HFpEF Detection Using a Single Echocardiogram View

 

Researchers and engineers at Mayo Clinic and Ultromics developed technology that can detect HFpEF using a single A4C echocardiogram clip, to help clinicians detect a complex form of heart failure easily and accurately. 

 

Cassling connects cardiologists with revolutionary AI software

The Midwest company will begin offering EchoSolv, an artificial intelligence clinical decision support platform designed to help detect severe aortic stenosis, to providers throughout the country.

 

DASI Simulation’s Precision TAVI earns FDA clearance
| Submitted by: DASI Simulations

Precision TAVI is the first FDA-approved predictive modeling tool for medical teams planning TAVR procedures.

 

 

RecoverRite®, American College of Cardiology Collaborate to Change the Face of Cardiovascular Patient Education

RecoverRite’s Online Heart Learning Center to feature ACC’s CardioSmart patient tools and resources.

Study shows PulseAI’s deep learning algorithm outperforms the Apple Watch ECG algorithm in detecting atrial fibrillation

PulseAI, a leader in the development of cutting-edge AI-powered ECG software, has released the results of a clinical study that has shown the superiority of its deep learning AI over the Apple Watch ECG algorithm in the detection of atrial fibrillation.

 

$20M gift announced by the Rooney Foundation in support of enhanced cardiac care at NCH

NAPLES, Fla. – February 20, 2023   The NCH Healthcare System is proud to announce a $20 million naming gift from the Rooney Foundation, which is the philanthropic arm of the former U.S. Representative for Florida's 19th congressional district and his wife, Francis and Kathleen Rooney.  In recognition of increasing their $8 million pledge announced last July, the entire cardiac program across NCH Healthcare System will be renamed “The Rooney Heart Institute.”

NCH announces second historic gift in as many weeks totaling a record $40M in support of enhanced care

NAPLES, Fla. – February 21, 2023   On the heels of our historic $20 Million gift announcement made last week, NCH is proud to announce yet a second $20 million naming gift in as many weeks from Diana and Don Wingard.  This generous gift will provide the necessary funds to ensure that the NCH Stroke program continues to provide the highest level of care and treatment to patients in Southwest Florida.  Additionally, in recognition of the extraordinary pledge, the entire stroke program across NCH will be renamed the “Wingard Stroke Institute.”

Patient Image Exchange puts patients 'in the driver’s seat'

When using this service, patients have the ability to upload and share data without limitations. From radiology CDs to PDFs or JPG files, patients can use their smartphone connected to the Patient Image Exchange app and upload images, share lab results, immunizations records, nurses’ notes, dental images and much more.

 

Ancora Heart appoints David J. Tucker as chief financial officer

Ancora Heart has hired senior financial leader David J. Tucker as its chief financial officer. This is the company's second C-suite hire in 2022, following the addition of Mark Miles as chief commercial officer in June.

Geneticure presents data successfully identifying responders and non-responders to renal denervation using genetic screening

Geneticure, a global leader in the genetic variability of response to hypertension treatments, presented data at the 2022 American Heart Association Scientific Sessions meeting from a recent clinical study in which they were able to successfully predict patients who will respond to renal denervation (RDN). In addition, the Geneticure test for renal denervation also identified patients with an increase in blood pressure, following the procedure.

Cardiac Insight Comments on CMS Announcement of National Payment Rates for Long-Term Continuous ECG (LT-ECG) Monitoring in 2023

Long-awaited milestone gives physicians and their patients greater access to prescription cardiac arrhythmia detection solutions, including the company’s Cardea SOLO™ ECG System

Vascular Dynamics’ Announces Expedited Access Pathway Designation by FDA for MobiusHD® to Accelerate US Access for Treatment of Resistant Hypertension

Vascular Dynamics, Inc. today announces that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the company’s application to participate in the Expedited Access Pathway (EAP) program for its MobiusHD® device for the treatment of resistant hypertension.

Geneva Health Solutions Raises $1.9 Million in Series A to Fund Expansion of Its Remote Monitoring Solutions to Cardiology Practices

Geneva Health Solutions (formerly Geneva Healthcare) announced it raised $1.9 million to expand its Cardiac Remote Monitoring Solutions business to cardiology providers to help manage patients with implanted cardiac devices beyond the walls of the practice.

FDA Approves First Balloon Expandable Stent Graft for Use in the Iliac Artery

GORE® VIABAHN® VBX Balloon Expandable Endoprosthesis Provides Improved Outcomes in Real-World Peripheral Arterial Disease Cases

Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions Announces New Executive Director

SCAI Envisions Bright Future with Francesca Dea, Who Brings More Than 20 Years of Experience

Edwards Lifesciences Completes Acquisition Of Valtech Cardio

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation (NYSE: EW), the global leader in patient-focused innovations for structural heart disease and critical care monitoring, today announced that it has closed its acquisition of Valtech Cardio Ltd

Soft robot could aid failing hearts by mimicking healthy cardiac muscles

Every year about 2,100 people receive heart transplants in the United States, while 5.7 million suffer from heart failure. Given the scarcity of available donor hearts, clinicians and biomedical engineers from Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard University have spent several years developing a mechanical alternative.

Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® to conduct first-ever study combining different types of stem cells to repair heart damage for those with ischemic heart failure

Ischemic heart failure from previous heart attacks and coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in the world, affecting more than 12% of the world’s population, according to the World Health Organization.

Pioneer in minimally invasive heart surgery joins Baylor College of Medicine and Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center

 Dr. Joseph Lamelas, an internationally recognized expert in minimally invasive heart surgery, has joined the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine as associate chief of cardiac surgery in the division of cardiothoracic surgery.

LindaCare expands its operations to the USA

Building on European success, leading remote patient monitoring company expands to the USA to provide local support following substantial interest in its solutions

Robocath appoints Pascal Guy as CEO

Medical device expert will help secure the development of the medical robotics start-up against the backdrop of robust growth in the cardiovascular market

MyoKardia Announces Appointment of Marc Semigran, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 01, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MyoKardia, Inc. (Nasdaq:MYOK), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company pioneering a precision medicine approach for the treatment of heritable cardiovascular diseases, today announced that Marc Semigran, M.D., has joined the Company as chief medical officer. In his new position, Dr. Semigran will oversee clinical development and lead MyoKardia’s clinical trial strategy.

New Post-Hoc Analysis Supports YOSPRALA™ Efficacy And Safety In Previous Heart Attack Patients Who Need Daily Aspirin Therapy To Prevent A Second Cardiovascular Event

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --Aralez Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: ARLZ) (TSX: ARZ) ("Aralez" or the "Company") today announced new data for YOSPRALA™, a recently FDA-approved prescription fixed-dose combination of aspirin, an anti-platelet agent, and omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), demonstrated significantly lower rates of gastric and duodenal ulcers compared to aspirin alone among patients with a history of myocardial infarction at risk for secondary cardiovascular events and gastrointestinal problems related to aspirin therapy at the annual American Heart Association Scientific Sessions.

Merit Medical Receives 510(k) Clearance for the SwiftNINJA™ Steerable Microcatheter

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, Nov. 07, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:MMSI), a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology and endoscopy, today announced that it has received 510(k) clearance for the SwiftNINJA™ Steerable Microcatheter.  The clearance covers peripheral and coronary applications. With the exception of Japan, Merit has global distribution rights for the SwiftNINJA.

SCAI, CCAS, and SPA Release Expert Consensus Statement on Anesthesia Sedation Practices for Patients in the Pediatric Congenital Cardiac Cath Lab

WASHINGTON—The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI), the Society for Pediatric Anesthesia (SPA) and the Congenital Cardiac Anesthesia Society (CCAS), today published recommendations for institutions and physicians diagnosing and treating pediatric patients in the catheterization laboratory. This first-of-its-kind document titled, “SCAI/CCAS/SPA Expert Consensus Statement for Anesthesia and Sedation Practice: Recommendations for Patients Undergoing Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in the Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory,” is published in Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions, the official journal of SCAI.

Endologix Reports Results for the Third Quarter 2016

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 01, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endologix, Inc. (NASDAQ:ELGX), developer and marketer of innovative treatments for aortic disorders, today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2016.

Carestream Will Demonstrate New Compact, Lighter Weight Mobile X-ray System as Work in Progress at RSNA

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 2 — Carestream will show its DRX-Revolution Nano Mobile X-ray System (INVESTIGATIONAL-Not available for commercial sale) at the Radiological Society of North America conference (Booth #4704). This fully integrated DR portable imaging system will offer a compact design with an articulating arm and rotation column, small footprint, and carbon nanotube technology that significantly reduces weight. 

Renowned Cardiologist Dr. Rony Shimony Joins Biotricity Board of Advisors

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Nov. 01, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- biotricity, Inc. (OTCQB:BTCY), a healthcare technology company dedicated to delivering innovative, medically relevant biometric remote monitoring solutions, has appointed Dr. Rony Shimony to its Board of Advisors (BOA). Shimony is an internationally recognized clinical cardiologist who brings to the company over twenty-five years of experience in cardiac patient care and related technology.

Tryton Medical Enters Into Strategic Agreement with Cardinal Health

DURHAM, NC – October 28, 2016 – Tryton Medical, Inc., the leading developer of stents designed to treat coronary bifurcation lesions, and Cardinal Health, a global integrated healthcare services and products company, today announced that the companies have established a long-term strategic agreement for U.S. distribution of the Tryton Side Branch Stent, pending regulatory approval.

The World Stroke Organization Road Map for Quality Stroke Care Has Been Launched

DUBLIN and HYDERABAD, India - Oct. 27, 2016 - In recognition of World Stroke Day, Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) and the World Stroke Organization (WSO) joined together for the third year to raise awareness of stroke and discuss the Road Map for Quality Stroke Care at a press conference held today at the World Stroke Congress in Hyderabad, India.

BioTrace Medical Announces FDA Clearance of Innovative Temporary Pacing Technology for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Procedures and Other Cardiovascular Applications

SAN CARLOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BioTrace Medical, Inc. today announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for the company’s Tempo® Lead, an innovative temporary pacing lead designed for use in procedures in which temporary pacing is indicated, including transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and electrophysiology (EP) procedures.

Proteon Therapeutics Announces Overview of Phase 1 Clinical Program of Investigational Vonapanitase in Peripheral Artery Disease to be Presented at the 28th Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) Conference

WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 25, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Proteon Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRTO), a company developing novel, first-in-class therapeutics to address the medical needs of patients with kidney and vascular diseases, today announced that an overview of the Company’s Phase 1 clinical program of investigational vonapanitase in peripheral artery disease (PAD) will be presented at the 28th Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) conference, the annual scientific symposium of the Cardiovascular Research Foundation, in Washington, DC.