Brooklynites can rest easy
knowing that the Maimonides
Heart & Vascular Institute outperformed
all other hospitals in
the state in heart attack patient
outcomes, according to the latest
New York State Department of
Health (DOH) published report.
The same report shows that Maimonides
treats more heart attack
patients than any other hospital
in the state.
“This is a clear indication
of the exceptional cardiac care
being provided to our patients,”
said Kenneth D. Gibbs, Maimonides
President & CEO. “And
this is why more and more people
are choosing to get their care
right here in Brooklyn at Maimonides.
Our doctors are simply the
best.”
This is further demonstrated
by additional exceptional rankings
in the state’s report. For
instance, Maimonides is #1 in
New York State for cardiac angioplasty
and stents.
“The report’s findings are
great news for our patients and
their families,” said Dr. Jacob
Shani, Chair of Cardiology. “It’s
also a testament to the success
of our team-approach to diagnosis
and treatment at the Maimonides
Heart & Vascular Institute.”
Another significant area of
expertise at Maimonides is heart
valve surgery. The Maimonides
Cardiac Surgery Team achieved
better results than any Manhattan
hospital.
“We work together daily to
provide the very best options
for each and every patient,” explained
Dr. Greg Ribakove, Chief
of Cardiothoracic Surgery. “It’s a
privilege to collaborate with so
many talented professionals and
deliver this level of excellence to
the communities we serve.”
Teamwork is at the heart of
the Institute. Dr. Robert Frankel,
Director of Interventional Cardiology,
agreed. He added, “Multiple
specialists weigh-in on each
and every case. And in a cardiac
emergency, no hospital does
angioplasty better than Maimonides.”
Gibbs was pleased to state,
“We’ve been successful in large
part because world-class doctors
choose to practice here and have
built programs here. The results
are a testament to our commitment
to bringing outstanding care
to Brooklyn residents every day.”
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About the Maimonides Heart &
Vascular Institute
The Maimonides Heart & Vascular
Institute has the collective
expertise to offer patients the latest
strategies for diagnosing and
treating the full spectrum of cardiovascular
disorders. Among the
many elite programs and procedures
are:
• TAVR – Transcatheter Aortic
Valve Replacement allows cardiac
experts to repair or replace
a faulty heart valve without major
surgery
• LVAD Destination Therapy – The
“bridge to transplant” is now a permanent
option for heart failure patients
who don’t qualify for transplant
surgery
• Aortic Aneurysm Repair – Virtual
Reality Simulation allows vascular
surgeons to rehearse each repair
in advance, dramatically lowering
surgical risks
• A-Fib Convergent Therapy –
Atrial Fibrillation, a dangerous
heart rhythm disorder that increases
the risk of stroke, is eliminated
by radio-ablation inside and
outside the heart, under one anesthesia
The Maimonides Heart & Vascular
Institute encompasses experts
in cardiology, vascular and
endovascular surgery, anesthesiology,
interventional cardiology, radiology,
electrophysiology, critical
care, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Physicians, nurse practitioners,
physician assistants, nurses, specialized
technicians and therapists,
and other healthcare professionals
collaborate with referring physicians
on the care of each and every
patient.
Long known for excellence in
cardiovascular care, the Maimonides
Heart & Vascular Institute
is among the most distinguished
in the nation for outstanding patient
outcomes. To learn more,
call 718-283-8902 or visit www.
nycHeart.org.
Maimonides Medical Center
is nationally recognized for clinical
excellence across all major
specialties. Our accomplished
physicians are known for innovation
and strengthening our teaching
and research programs. With
711 beds, the Medical Center is
dedicated to bringing patients the
most advanced care available—
anywhere. Maimonides continues
to grow in response to evolving
models of care that better serve
patients and families, and is an affiliate
of Northwell Health. To learn
more, please visit www.maimonidesmed.
org.
S POT L IGHT O N H E A LTH — A DV E RTI S E M E NT
New York’s #1 Rated Cardiac Program Is at
the Maimonides Heart & Vascular Institute
The Maimonides Heart & Vascular Institute leadership (left to right): Dr. Greg Ribakove, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dr. Jacob
Shani, Chair of Cardiology, and Dr. Robert Rhee, Chief of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.
Dr. Robert Frankel, Director of Interventional Cardiology
at the Maimonides Heart & Vascular Institute.
Maimonides cardiac experts operate in hybrid ORs — the most advanced surgical
arenas available for the most complex interventions and procedures.
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