Overall, the INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital Advanced Cardiopulmonary Care has the 8th largest LVAD program in the country. While we may be celebrating our 300th HM3 implant, if you tally up all the generational devices over the years, we have implanted nearly 750 LVADs and counting.
In 2014, surgeons with the INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital were the first in the nation to perform a HeartMate 3 (HM3) LVAD implant. Now, we are celebrating our 300th HM3 LVAD implant.
A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump used to support heart function in patients with severe heart failure.
David Vanhooser, M.D., a cardiothoracic and transplant surgeon at INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital, explains the significance of this remarkable milestone
"Reaching our 300th HM3 LVAD implant is not just a number; it signifies the many lives transformed and a testament to the dedication of our caregivers and physicians to offer the most advanced heart care in Oklahoma. Each device represents hope for our patients and our pursuit of excellence in heart care."
Chad Johnson, M.D., a cardiothoracic and transplant surgeon at INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital, says the accomplishment underscores our commitment to advancing heart care and improving the lives of our patients. "Participating in this implant was an incredible honor for me as the newest cardiothoracic surgeon at INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital. It showcases the skill and dedication of those who came before me and each procedure is a step forward for our program and for the lives of our patients. I'm proud to be part of this remarkable milestone."
Overall, the INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital Advanced Cardiopulmonary Care has the 8th largest LVAD program in the country. While we may be celebrating our 300th HM3 implant, if you tally up all the generational devices over the years, we have implanted nearly 750 LVADs and counting.
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