Variation in Carotid Artery Stenting Outcomes
According to a study published in JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions , hospitals performing carotid artery stenting vary in rates of in-hospital... Read more
Differences in Treatment for Men and Women Post-MI
According to an analysis of the SWEDEHEART region reported in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, there is a significant difference... Read more
Routine Inpatient Admission Not Beneficial for Patients with Chest Pain
According to an article published in JAMA Internal Medicine, routine inpatient admission may not be a beneficial strategy for patients with... Read more
Older Patients Receive Less Evidence-Based Cardiac Care
Dr. Berglind Libungan’s doctoral thesis at Sahlgrenska Academy explores the topic of older patients and how despite the fact they are more likely... Read more
New Cause Discovered for Arterial Stiffness
A team of scientists at the University of Missouri have determined that smooth muscle cells are a primary contributing factor to vascular stiffness,... Read more
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How Does a Local Heart Foundation Benefit Research and Public Health?
HerzstiftungOlten is a local foundation connected to the Swiss Heart Foundation. I initiated the foundation of the Herzstiftung Olten 25 years ago. I realised, that a national organisation has difficulty to reach people on the ground. National heart foundations are usually supporting cardiovascular research and besides are active in making... Read more
Why I’m a Cardiofeminist
A gynaecardiologist means a cardiologist for women. I want better cardiovascular healthcare for females, but I also want a better position for female cardiologists. In the U.S. and many other countries the position of a female cardiologist is still very inferior compared to the male. I know that female cardiologists are more interested in the... Read more
How to Become a Cardiologist in 5 Steps
Like any other job, entering the field of cardiology requires academic experience and intensive training. Despite how simple it sounds, becoming a cardiologist is in fact, not an easy task. It may be tough to get your foot in the door and it is indeed, a long process but with hard work and dedication, you’ll get there in the end. If you aspire... Read more
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How to provide better intensive care?
Systems approach and individualised care Professor Jukka Takala, MD,... Read more
Amit N. Thakker
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Professor Bernd Hamm, ECR President
1. What are your key areas of interest and research? Supporting and... Read more
Intensive Care Syndrome: Promoting Independence and Return to Employment (InS:PIRE)
A New Model for ICU Rehabilitation It is now well established... Read more
Editorial: Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in critical care... Read more
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