May 2024

Cardiology salaries keep rising, outpacing consumer prices—interventional cardiologists see biggest jump ()
Cardiologist ends hunger strike after 20 days—but he is still putting up a fight ()
It’s official: Johnson & Johnson completes $13B Shockwave Medical acquisition ()
Osteosarcopenia linked to much higher risk of death after TAVR—CT screening may prove valuable ()
Cardiologist Richard Heuser, interventional specialist and medical device pioneer, dies at 73 ()
Cardiologist sees ‘tremendous potential’ in new-look PFA system ()
Cardiologists ID signs of widespread heart disease in ancient mummies ()
All-in-one PFA system linked to positive safety profile, faster procedures ()
Rising amputation rates spark new PAD initiative in Miami ()
Fasting before coronary angiography, PCI may not be necessary ()
Transcaval TAVR a safe, effective alternative for patients with severe AS ()
World Heart Federation honors cardiologist Valentin Fuster for lifetime of service ()
Driver receives prison sentence for crash that killed cardiologist ()
Transcatheter mitral valve interventions linked to lower stroke risk than surgery ()
How to perform fluoroscopy-free PFA ablation procedures  ()
Cardiology salaries are No. 7 among all specialties—thoracic and vascular surgery also make top 10 ()
FDA announces new Class I recall of CPET devices due to choking hazard ()
Cardiologist on hunger strike wants more beds for department—has not eaten in 12 days ()
New York Valves, CRF’s newest cardiology conference, makes heart team collaborations a priority ()
Pfizer recalls 2 drugs, including 1 for hypertension, over safety concerns ()
AVR for moderate AS: New 10-year data highlight clear benefits of TAVR, surgery ()
Medtronic automated insulin pump named one of year’s ‘world-changing ideas’ ()
Women remain underrepresented in revascularization trials—can cardiology leaders reverse that trend? ()
Exploring the biggest trends at HRS 2024 ()
Keto diet linked to risk of significant heart damage—taking small breaks can help ()
Wearable ECG specialists acquire new testing facility to reach more patients ()
Biosense Webster Varipulse PFA system performs well with minimal adverse events ()
5 takeaways from late-breaking studies at EuroPCR ()
Business concerns over costs and thin margins means it is no longer enough to just be a cardiologist ()
Hospital to pay $24.3M over TAVR allegations ()
Philips presents study results at Heart Rhythm annual meeting demonstrating benefits of its AI-powered cardiac monitoring solutions ()
Myval TAVR valve noninferior to similar devices from Medtronic, Edwards after 30 days ()
FDA clears advanced AI model for predicting heart failure risk ()
Industry changes are making it easier for cardiologists to start families ()
Cardiologists examine how residual TR after transcatheter tricuspid valve repair impacts survival ()
AI-powered coronary plaque assessments show ‘strong agreement’ with IVUS ()
Medical device startup gains FDA clearance for new RF guidewire, raises $12.5M ()
FDA grants breakthrough device designation to new TMVR device from 4C Medical ()
TAVR, SAVR linked to comparable long-term outcomes, new meta-analysis confirms ()
FDA announces another new recall involving Abbott’s HeartMate 3 LVADs after 70 injuries, 2 deaths ()
World Health Organization urges countries to limit salt intake to reduce risk of CVD, hypertension ()
Mammogram findings linked to heightened risk of CVD, type 2 diabetes and hypertension ()
AI-based CAD assessments dramatically improve vascular surgery outcomes ()
Cardiology ranked No. 2 among all specialties with 122 FDA-cleared AI models ()
PaceMate names former Philips, BioTelemetry leader its new chief commercial officer ()
Medtronic adds new AI models to its insertable cardiac monitors ()
COVID-19 vaccines helped heart failure patients stay out of the hospital and live longer ()
Updated balloon-expandable TAVR valve from Edwards outperforming its predecessors ()
How the shift to value-based reimbursements could transform cardiology ()
New hypertrophic cardiomyopathy guidelines highlight importance of exercise, new drug class ()
FDA announces new recall of delivery catheters after patient’s death ()
World’s first dual-chamber leadless pacemaker still going strong after 6 months ()
Cardiologist charged with 9 more sex crimes as police search his home and private practice ()
Medical device company raises $87M to study new-look scaffolds for BTK PAD ()
HRS 2024: Late-breaking clinical trials will highlight key trends in electrophysiology ()
FDA announces Class I recall after insulin pump software causes 224 injuries ()
Even lenient plant-based diets can help older adults live longer ()
FDA warns against use of troubled heart devices, citing ‘continued concerns’ after multiple recalls ()
Biosense Webster updates 3D heart mapping software with advanced AI models ()
Health disparities are causing serious harm, leading to 400 amputations per day ()
Cardiologists want better data on how legal marijuana will impact heart health in the US ()
AI helps cardiologists track new drug's effect on inflammation ()
The push for an independent cardiology board continues ()
Moderate aortic stenosis linked to heightened risk of death—should TAVR, surgery be considered? ()
Dual-action thrombectomy device could give cardiologists a new tool for treating acute PE ()
SCAI president begins term on optimistic note: ‘Our field’s future is brighter than ever’ ()
North Carolina cardiologist arrested for sex crimes ()
New-look TAVR valve shows early promise in patients with severe AS ()
ChatGPT passes interventional cardiology certification exam ()
TAVR linked to lower stroke risk than SAVR in patients with AS and cardiogenic shock ()
What happened to cardiology's private practices? ()
Apple Watch AFib feature becomes first-ever digital tool approved by FDA to evaluate medical devices ()
Radial vs. femoral access during PCI: Real-world data show proof of a ‘sea change’ in cardiology ()
Cardiologists and surgeons perform world’s first robot-assisted TEER ()
Cardiologist Sunil Rao highlights importance of DanGer Shock compared to other cardiogenic shock trials ()
Cardiologist sues health system that called him an ‘immediate threat to the public’ ()
Private equity-backed cardiology group acquires Arizona practice with 4 locations ()
PAD patients face greater risk of death, complications after a heart attack ()
ChatGPT struggles to evaluate heart risk—but it could still help cardiologists ()