Expert Commentary
Inova’s Multidisciplinary AFib Center Improves Patient Outcomes and Satisfaction
Brett Atwater, MD, D’Aniello Chair, Atrial Fibrillation, Section Chief, Electrophysiology, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular is a specialty care physician board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common arrhythmia worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 12.1 million people in…
Read MoreSymptoms and Screenings for Cancers of the Stomach, Esophagus and Liver
Arthur Winer, MD, is a specialty care physician at Inova Schar Cancer Institute. Dr. Winer is board-certified in internal medicine, hematology and medical oncology. He is a practicing gastrointestinal medical oncologist and has clinical interests in colorectal, esophageal, gastrointestinal, liver and pancreatic cancers. When it comes to symptoms and screenings, the most common forms of cancer…
Read MoreTaking Medication as Prescribed: Why It Matters
Emmanuel Kim, PharmD, is a clinical pharmacy specialist. Medication only works if you take it — and take it correctly. But about 50% of the time, prescription drugs aren’t effective because people don’t take them as prescribed. Experts agree that for medicine to work as expected, you need to stick (adhere) to the medication plan…
Read MoreBreathing Easier with Interventional Pulmonology
Interventional pulmonology provides minimally invasive techniques to help diagnose and treat lung diseases. Your lungs bring oxygen into the body and remove carbon dioxide waste. Many different diseases impair lung function and diminish a person’s quality of life. The Interventional Pulmonology (IP) program at Inova Schar Cancer Institute provides minimally invasive procedures and therapies to…
Read MoreFindings of Major Clinical Trial Support Inova’s Approach to Treating Critical Limb Ischemia
A recent clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health concluded that vascular bypass surgery offers better outcomes than endovascular techniques for certain patients at risk for limb amputation caused by critical limb ischemia (CLI). Vascular surgeons at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular (ISVH) helped to develop many of the CLI bypass techniques that…
Read MoreDavid Is Back on His Bike After Spine Surgery at the Inova Spine Program
David Galiyas, 62, has lived an active and adventurous life. A college football athlete, he graduated from the United States Naval Academy before flying F-18 fighters in the U.S. Marine Corps. David built a career in the private sector after retiring from the Marines, but his most important role is as a husband, father and…
Read MoreHow to Find Your Joy
Sonja Flood, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker. She serves as a Senior Director for Inova Behavioral Health Services. There are many terms for the sense of chronic, overarching stress so many of us are feeling these days: Existing, not living Languishing instead of flourishing Overwhelmed Numb The combination of major life challenges and…
Read MoreInova Juniper Program Provides Comprehensive HIV Care and Support Services
Mara Carter is the senior director of the Inova Juniper Program. Each December, we recognize HIV/AIDS Awareness Month as an opportunity to move toward ending the HIV epidemic, speak out against HIV stigma and support those living with an HIV diagnosis. Inova Health System strives year-round to meet the needs of those living with HIV.…
Read MoreWorking Out in the Heat? Protect Yourself!
Many athletes out there are working hard and pushing themselves to be in the best condition for their upcoming seasons. While it’d be nice to work out in a cool, air-conditioned room or facility all year long, it’s not realistic. More importantly, it won’t fully prepare you to play sports outside in a warm/hot environment.…
Read MoreUnderstanding Risk: The First Step in Breast Cancer Prevention
Rebecca Kaltman, MD is a board-certified hematologist oncologist. She serves as the Medical Director of the Inova Saville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center. If there was just one thing I could say to a woman who asked me what she should do to prevent breast cancer, it would be simple: Know your risk. Knowing your…
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