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@NorthwesternMed Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute. Northwestern Memorial Hospital ranked No. 7 in the nation for heart and vascular care by @USNews, 2025 – 2026.

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Northwestern Memorial Hospital has one of the top 10 cardiology, heart and vascular surgery programs in the nation, ranked No. 7 by U.S. News & World Report, 2025 – 2026. Thanks to our team for your commitment to leading-edge research and expert patient care. https://t.co/RifFub9Ghc

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On the @ACCinTouch AI-Enabled Clinician podcast, Faraz S. Ahmad, MD, shares insights on implementing AI thoughtfully in health systems. With AI-enabled diagnostics and redesigned workflows, we can continue driving progress for patient outcomes. Listen here: https://t.co/b5orpLtQnc

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In a recent video, R. Kannan Mutharasan, MD, and Faraz S. Ahmad, MD, discuss the Northwestern Medicine PREDICT (Proactive Risk Evaluation and Detection using artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Testing) program. They explore how this AI tool was developed for heart tests like EKGs and echocardiograms to detect hidden disease signals and predict future health risks.

Watch here: https://t.co/KDIfqup0lX

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Aortic injury can progress rapidly, even when imaging findings are not immediately apparent.

As part of our Year of the Aorta series, this video explains how Christopher K. Mehta, MD, recognized early signs of a life-threatening condition and advanced Chris Johnson to surgery without delay.

Explore our approach to complex aortic care: https://t.co/vjD7vSogYX

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Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction has nuanced pathways for diagnosis, management and long-term care. In a recent Medical Stories feature, Clyde W. Yancy, MD, MSc (@NMHheartdoc), and Jane E. Wilcox, MD, MSc (@WilcoxHeart), provide clinical perspective on sex-specific prevalence, disease progression and the importance of individualized management strategies.

Watch here: https://t.co/p0PHRE0uaL

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Northwestern Medicine has been recognized as a Comprehensive Pulmonary Embolism (PE) Center of Excellence by The PERT Consortium®, a national organization dedicated to improving care for people with PE. The designation recognizes health systems that demonstrate excellence in PE care, research and multidisciplinary collaboration.

We're proud to help advance the future of care for our patients. Congratulations to the physicians, nurses and multidisciplinary care teams whose dedication made this achievement possible.

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As GLP-1 use grows, close monitoring may be important for patients taking medications for high blood pressure.

In Gastroenterology Advisor, Micah J. Eimer, MD, cardiologist at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, notes that hypotensive events following GLP-1 RA initiation are often recognizable and preventable.

Read here: https://t.co/0ertF9EzPb

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In @shawlocalnews, R. Kannan Mutharasan, MD, and Kanan Modhwadia, MD, share how thoughtful use of AI can help restore and elevate human connection in patient care when integrated proactively into clinical workflows. Read more: https://t.co/DG4huv26Ii

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In @theNAMedicine, Northwestern Medicine cardiologists Clyde W. Yancy, MD, MSc (@NMHheartdoc), and Nilay S. Shah, MD, MPH (@NilayShahMDMPH), share that earlier assessment, personalized low-density lipoprotein targets, and broader risk evaluation support a more complete approach to preventing cardiovascular disease in patients: https://t.co/WczTuqo8Mw

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Northwestern Memorial Hospital has reached an important milestone: 500 balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA) procedures performed.

Daniel R. Schimmel, MD, was the first physician in Illinois and is one of only a few physicians in the country to offer BPA. Congratulations to him and to the entire team for making such an incredible impact on patients’ lives.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this milestone and to advancing innovative care for patients.

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The next era of cardiovascular care will be defined by trainees and fellows who are reimagining how technology and clinical expertise come together. Hear Daniel J. Romary, MD, share his perspectives on robotics in cardiac surgery on the Purdue Alumni Medical Network webinar: https://t.co/ib56xMXVZS

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Improving hypertension care starts with meeting patients where they are. A study published in @JHealthQuality, led by Micah J. Eimer, MD, found that remote patient monitoring helped improve blood pressure control. See more: https://t.co/aFeGVNtuPI

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Dr. Sanjiv Shah explains the H2FPEF score used to support clinical decision making. Watch “HFpEF Explained — Prevalence, New Advances, and How to Diagnose,” a new Double Take video, now available on our YouTube channel.

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At Chicago AI Week, Adrienne Kline, MD, PhD, joined AI experts to discuss how new technologies can better support informed, efficient care delivery across specialties. She spoke on the panel, AI Across the Specialty Care Continuum: Aligning Pharma, Specialty Pharmacy and Payers.

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Heba Osman, MD, shares how mentorship and collaboration have shaped her fellowship journey at Northwestern Medicine, noting that finding your passion and building a strong support network are keys to success in training.

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Northwestern Medicine trainees share the people, experiences and opportunities that have shaped their careers in cardiovascular medicine.

Hear their reflections on research, mentorship and lifelong learning. ⬇️

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Ellis Kim, MD, reflects on the relationships, mentorship and research opportunities that inspired her to continue training in advanced cardiovascular imaging at Northwestern Medicine.

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S. Chris Malaisrie, MD (@ChrisMalaisrie), brought a leading voice in cardiovascular care to Bologna during his sessions at #BHSS and #STB.

Serving as moderator for a panel on transcatheter valve surgery, and presenting on coronary malperfusion in acute dissection, he brought forward expertise that helps move the field of cardiovascular surgery toward safer, more effective treatments.