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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 MoreInova Sponsors Workforce Development Program
Four hired for Inova positions Falls Church, VA — Inova Health System’s Dream B!G Program, in partnership with the Workforce Innovation Skills Hub and Melwood, sponsored a four-week workforce development program for people interested in a healthcare career, including training for patient registration roles and additional direct-hire opportunities resulting in four participants offered positions. “I…
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 MoreInova Celebrates 150 Years of Caring at Inova Alexandria Hospital
Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson proclaimed Dec. 12, as “Inova Alexandria Hospital Day” in honor of the hospital’s leading role as the city’s trusted healthcare partner. Alexandria, VA – Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH) marked its 150th anniversary with a celebration event held on the hospital’s campus. Inova leaders, hospital team members, community partners and elected officials…
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 MoreKelly Epps-Anderson, MD Announced as President of the American Heart Association Greater Washington Region
Kelly Epps-Anderson, MD, an interventional cardiologist at Inova Heart and Vascular Institute (IHVI), has been named the new President, American Heart Association Greater Washington Region. Along with incoming board members, Dr. Epps-Anderson will work to advance the mission and fundraising priorities for the American Heart Association. The board will also oversee opportunities for investment in…
Read MoreInova Awards Record $1 million in Health Equity Grants to Local Nonprofits
Falls Church, VA – Inova Health System has awarded $1 million in Health Equity Grants to 23 Northern Virginia nonprofit organizations, the largest level of funding to date for this grants program. The grants were awarded to organizations whose initiatives aim to improve health equity and support under-resourced communities with unmet healthcare needs. Applicants were required…
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