Care Delivery

This channel includes news on cardiovascular care delivery, including how patients are diagnosed and treated, cardiac care guidelines, policies or legislation impacting patient care, device recalls that may impact patient care, and cardiology practice management.

Acute kidney injury after TAVR: Key risk factors every cardiologist should know
Multiple studies have linked acute kidney injury after TAVR to a heightened risk of short- and long-term mortality.
New obesity statistics highlight importance of preventive cardiology
Cardiovascular health is much worse in some parts of the United States than others. Cardiologists in those high-risk areas can make a world of difference by embracing preventive cardiology and working to treat patients before it is too late.
New dyslipidemia guideline puts add-on testing, early screening in the spotlight
The updated recommendations represent a collaboration between the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association and several other U.S. healthcare organizations.
High costs may be keeping working-age heart patients from seeking care
When working-age adults develop cardiovascular disease, it often ends up eating up a significant amount of their income. Are insurance companies doing enough to help these patients?
Vascular surgeons deliver major value in terms of patient outcomes and health system profitability
Vascular surgeons play a critical role in today's evolving healthcare landscape. However, researchers noted, they often do not get the respect or appreciation they deserve.

Behind Gen. Austin’s controversially quiet ICU stay

Word is out on the elective procedure that started the secretive medical episode in the first place.

Amazon rolls out proactive virtual care for undermanaged chronic conditions

Next time you browse Amazon for a health-related product, don’t be surprised when you get prompted to consider consulting with a personal care team.

Self-expanding TAVR system with new sealing cuff linked to high success rate, favorable outcomes

The valve, designed with a new-look sealing cuff for limiting paravalvular regurgitation, gained FDA approval in January 2023.

When private equity moves in, safety performance falls off

After being bought by private equity firms, hospitals tend to see significant increases in inpatient falls and infections, according to new research published in JAMA.

Eli Lilly and Company launches online marketplace with home delivery to combat ‘complex’ healthcare system

The news comes as more and more medications, including Lilly's own tirzepatide, are being used to treat both obesity and diabetes.

Industry Watcher’s Digest

Buzzworthy developments of the past few days.

Both sides now: 6 contended points regarding AI in healthcare

In 2018, almost a quarter of surveyed Americans expected healthcare to be among the earliest and hardest hit of all employment sectors. However, in 2023, McKinsey & Co. projected overall demand for healthcare workers to grow by 30% by 2030.

Falls, infections much more likely among Medicare patients treated at private equity-owned hospitals

Private equity is becoming more and more influential in many healthcare specialties, including cardiology. This has prompted increased speculation about the impact such investments may have on patient outcomes.

Care Delivery

Acute kidney injury after TAVR: Key risk factors every cardiologist should know

New obesity statistics highlight importance of preventive cardiology

New dyslipidemia guideline puts add-on testing, early screening in the spotlight

High costs may be keeping working-age heart patients from seeking care

Vascular surgeons deliver major value in terms of patient outcomes and health system profitability