UTSW Heart

Connecting #cardio researchers and clinicians across the U.S. from UT Southwestern Medical Center.

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UT Southwestern’s John Giacona, Ph.D., PA-C, discusses cardiology’s role in identifying pulmonary hypertension in patients with interstitial lung disease and the importance of timely diagnosis and collaboration across specialties. Read more: https://t.co/knkyy1GV4l

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Save the date! Join UT Southwestern at the Dallas Heart Walk on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Levy Event Plaza in Irving.

📅 Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
📍 Levy Event Plaza, Irving
⏰ Event opens at 7:30 a.m. | Walk begins at 8:45 a.m.

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In a new review, UT Southwestern's Shanice Glasco, M.D., Ruth Schneider, MSN, APRN, and Amit Khera, M.D., outline practical strategies to support treatment adherence, continuity of care, and long-term cardiovascular disease prevention. Read more: https://t.co/e8vskpAxE3

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We're proud to be ranked the No. 1 hospital in DFW for the 10th straight year by U.S. News & World Report, the region's No. 1 hospital for heart and vascular care, and No. 13 in the nation for cardiology, heart & vascular surgery. Here's to the teams that made it happen!

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DFW’s #1 hospital for heart and vascular care. No. 13 in the nation.

UT Southwestern is proud to be ranked the No. 1 hospital in DFW for the 10th straight year by U.S. News & World Report, as well as the region’s No. 1 hospital for heart and vascular care.

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Now accepting applications! Join UT Southwestern's Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology Fellowship and train in one of the nation's highest-volume transplant and mechanical circulatory support programs. Learn more: https://t.co/MB3stSglgS

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Parag Joshi, M.D., explains what the latest cholesterol guidelines mean, who should consider getting their cholesterol checked earlier, and how proactive management can help protect heart health for years to come. Read our new MedBlog: https://t.co/EwsRKlOMvh

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New research co-authored by Anand Rohatgi, M.D., Leo Buckley, PharmD, and Brittany Weber, M.D., Ph.D., shows how AI and metabolomics may improve cardiovascular risk prediction in patients with psoriasis, supporting more personalized prevention strategies. https://t.co/jf0BrVzCKb

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Dharam Kumbhani, M.D., chaired a new ACC Scientific Statement on antiplatelet therapy for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, published in @JACCJournals. This guidance helps clinicians personalize treatment and balance clotting and bleeding risks. https://t.co/Bb6v6Ebk5L

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Meet Brittany Weber, M.D., Ph.D., whose work is advancing care at the intersection of cardiology, rheumatology, and dermatology at UT Southwestern.

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After a decade of leadership as Editor-in-Chief of the American Heart Association's Circulation, Joseph Hill, M.D., Ph.D., is concluding a tenure that helped shape one of the world’s most influential cardiovascular journals. Read more from @American_Heart: https://t.co/zzThDYZeST

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Many factors that cause heart disease develop long before symptoms appear. Amit Khera, M.D., shares five key contributors to cardiovascular disease and practical steps you can take to protect your heart health. https://t.co/ZQjDxc9Wz1

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Recovering from a cardiac event can feel overwhelming, but patients at UTSW don't have to do it alone. Our Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Program helps patients rebuild strength, confidence, and heart health with expert support every step of the way.
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Anand Rohatgi, M.D., Director of the South Asian Heart Program, recently delivered the keynote address at this year’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration, representing UT Southwestern’s commitment to recognizing and celebrating AAPI leadership.

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New research co-authored by Michael Siah, M.D., found promising results for a procedure that improves blood flow in the foot, helping support wound healing and reduce the risk of amputation in patients with severe vascular disease. https://t.co/kXkXOCSpha

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One year ago, UT Southwestern Medical Center earned The Joint Commission’s Comprehensive Cardiac Center designation, a distinction held by only 26 hospitals nationwide. Now, we’re reflecting on what this milestone means for our teams and the patients we serve every day.

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Kamala Tamirisa, M.D., Director of Electrophysiology Research, contributed to a new Heart Rhythm Society statement calling for stronger CPR and AED training in U.S. schools to improve cardiac arrest survival through earlier student education. Read more: https://t.co/FQ17b4Zf5p

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Even after a heart attack is treated, inflammatory risk may persist. UT Southwestern’s Ayeeshik Kole, M.D., Ph.D., and Brittany Weber, M.D., Ph.D., highlight how inflammation may drive future cardiac events after myocardial infarction. Read more: https://t.co/htV6JFj0hx

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New research in JAMA highlights the challenges of resistant hypertension and the importance of personalized treatment. Co-authored by Wanpen Vongpatanasin, M.D., the review explores ways to improve blood pressure control and patient outcomes. https://t.co/CUfmygCB6n

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New cholesterol guidelines emphasize assessing risk sooner and treating earlier to reduce lifelong heart disease. Led in part by Anand Rohatgi, M.D., Ann Marie Navar, M.D., Ph.D., and Parag Joshi, M.D., this shift focuses on personalized care. Read more: https://t.co/6eFn6Vi6Ar