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Ultrathin iron bioresorbable scaffold shows promise in first randomized trial

An investigational device could help interventional cardiologists avoid the limitations of drug-eluting stents, according to a new analysis published in JACC.

Nathaniel Lebowitz, MD, in charge of preventive cardiology at Hackensack University Medical Center, and assistant professor of internal medicine at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, gives an overview of where things are at with lipoprotein (a) awareness, testing and drug development. He and is working on the American Heart Associations (AHA) Lp(a) Discovery Project to expand awareness to both physicians and patients. #AHA #LPA

Cardiologist discusses Lp(a), the CVD risk factor responsible for many surprise heart attacks

Cardiologist Nathaniel Lebowitz, MD, reviews the latest updates in lipoprotein(a) awareness, testing and drug development.

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Edwards celebrates double-digit TAVR sales growth in Q4

It was another strong quarter for Edwards Lifesciences as the company's TAVR platform continues to gain momentum. The FDA's approval of multiple Edwards valves for the treatment of asymptomatic severe AS represents a potential game-changer for the entire industry.

Jane E Wilcox, MD, and Neil G. Bluhm. Image courtesy of Northwestern.

Billionaire donates $50M to advance cardiovascular care at Northwestern

Neil G. Bluhm, a billionaire philanthropist with deep ties to Chicago, has donated an additional $50 million to a high-volume facility that already bears his name.

New heart catheter for cell therapy delivery 1 step closer to FDA approval

The BioCardia delivery catheter was designed to be used by interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists or cardiac surgeons. It includes a tiny needle that directly engages with the patient’s cardiac tissue.

Blue ribbon panel of experts shares advice on improving fluoroscopy safety: 5 takeaways

The American College of Radiology recently brought together thought leaders from 32 different organizations to come up with ways to standardize care when using this popular imaging system.

Hologic clears key hurdles in proposed $18B sale to private equity

Both company shareholders and Chinese regulators have approved the sale, with TPG and Blackstone anticipating they'll take the reins by April.

Johns Hopkins radiology chair steps down, Philips renews CEO contract, plus more leadership moves

In other news, NYU Langone Health recently named a new radiation oncology chair, a Lumexa Imaging rad is joining the RSNA board, and SNMMI has appointed an editor for its flagship journal.

Boston EP Party: Medtech companies share new electrophysiology data at AF Symposium 2026

AF Symposium 2026 in Boston included new data from some of the biggest names in electrophysiology. Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Abbott, Atraverse Medical, Field Medical, Pulse Biosciences, Argá Medtech SA and CardioFocus were just some of the medtech companies at the heart of late-breaking presentations.

Radiologists call for innovative funding strategies to boost specialty’s workforce

Physicians made their plea in in the February issue of the JACR, which is focused on the “Economics of Education,” and meant to spark “dialogue around how radiology education is valued, supported and delivered.”

Medicare testing new breast cancer screening cost measure

The federal payment program and its third-party partner, Acumen LLC, are now sending surveys to imaging groups that administered 10 or more screening mammograms in 2024.

Las Vegas hospital loses mammography accreditation after inspection unearths quality issues

Summerlin Hospital recently sent letters to patients who received breast scans there sometime between October 2023 and December 2025.

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Ultrathin iron bioresorbable scaffold shows promise in first randomized trial

An investigational device could help interventional cardiologists avoid the limitations of drug-eluting stents, according to a new analysis published in JACC.