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Ochsner Children’s Hospital Advocates to Close the Gap in Pediatric Heart Care

DAIC

As the only pediatric heart transplant program in Louisiana and the only program in the state to offer advanced mechanical support options for pediatric cardiology patients, Ochsner Children’s Hospital is committed to advocating for additional medical devices to enhance its high-quality care to pediatric patients awaiting transplant.

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The Management of Chronic Disease

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

Finally she saw a cardiologist who confirmed that she did indeed have heart failure and needed to start some medications as soon as possible and he would arrange for a heart failure nurse to see her. How can you possibly build rapport and trust if you never see the same doctors/ nurses more than once?

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Creative Alliances in Cardiorenal Metabolic Management: A Game Changer (Part 1) 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Engaging individuals as active participants in their care plans can significantly enhance outcomes and improve overall quality of life. This blog post explores the development of such partnerships and their potential to transform healthcare outcomes. Here are four key strategies to achieve this: 1.Shared

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Congenital Heart Defects: Helping Families Navigate the Challenges

MIBHS

From there, families may need to consult with a variety of healthcare professionals, including cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses, to develop a comprehensive treatment plan. Heart Transplant : In the most severe cases, where the heart is too damaged to be repaired, a heart transplant may be necessary.