How one patient discovered her congenital heart condition through her pregnancy and how staying vigilant avoided serious consequences again 10 years later.
First international guidelines provide much-needed direction to physicians who must identify and manage the arrhythmias associated with cardiac sarcoidosis.
After 20 years in the Canadian Forces and three tours of duty in war-torn Afghanistan, Heart Institute anesthesiologist and critical care specialist John Macdonald, MD, is now saving lives in Ottawa.
As the Heart Institute’s acute heart attack care program nears one decade, its founder, Michel Le May, MD, is recognized for his pioneering contributions.
At the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, the largest cardiovascular conference in the world, the Heart Institute delegation included a Young Investigator Award finalist, a Best of Basic Science designee and 10 invited expert clinical speakers.
Cardiac rehabilitation involves much more than physical activity. Dietary counselling, social work, vocational and occupational therapy, psychology and other specialties are all part of the comprehensive program at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.