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June 27, 2019
Meeting with heart transplant recipient at Tufts MC brings comfort, closure for donor family.
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When your cardiovascular system needs repairs, you can count on us to help get your heart back on beat with cardiac surgery. Our team of surgeons use the latest techniques, including minimally invasive surgery, to treat all types of conditions. We tailor treatment plans to your individual needs to ensure the best outcomes possible. ...
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When organs like the heart, kidney, liver or bone marrow can no longer perform their most essential functions, transplant surgery can give you back the quality of life you expect and deserve. ...
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Aortic diseases are a group of conditions that affect your aorta. As your body’s largest artery, the aorta carries blood away from your heart and pumps it throughout the rest of your body. These diseases can take different forms, with aortic aneurysms being the most common. ...
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Amyloidosis is a group of plasma cell diseases where misfolded proteins form clusters that build up on your tissue and organs. These clusters, known as amyloids, can harm some of the body's most important organs like the heart, kidneys and liver, as well as nerves. ...
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From minimally invasive hernia repair to organ transplants and open heart procedures, our surgeons have the skills and experience to help get you on the road to better health. ...
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Keeping your lungs healthy can help you avoid more serious issues down the road. If you have pulmonary hypertension, your lungs' and your heart are working much harder than they should. Get the right evaluation and treatment at Tufts Medicine. ...
Patient Stories
April 6, 2019
Albert Plummer received the first heart transplant at Tufts Medical Center (Tufts MC), giving him 11 more years with his family doing the things he loved. He left a lasting legacy on the Tufts Medical Center CardioVascular Center.
Patient Stories
April 4, 2023
Karen Dolan, a triathlete and a self-described exercise fanatic knew something wasn't right. She experienced shortness of breath and fatigue.
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March 1, 2021
Poor diet. Lack of exercise. Genetics. Extra pounds. Everyone knows these are contributing factors to developing cardiac issues, but you might be surprised to learn that loneliness can also lead to heart disease.
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February 14, 2021
Animals are known to improve our mood and help calm us down. Learn more about pets and heart health from Dr. Brian Downey at Tufts MC.
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February 16, 2021
We spoke with Amanda Vest, MD from the CardioVascular Center at Tufts Medical Center about what doctors have learned so far about the connection between COVID-19 and pre-existing heart conditions.
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February 14, 2021
Can cold temperatures cause heart issues? We asked Clinical Nursing Director of Tufts MC's Cardiac Catherization Lab to explain more.
Patient Stories
February 1, 2020
Wendy Canty suffered a heart attack in 2018 at age 50. And soon knew she needed to find a new option and turned to Tufts Medical Center's heart research team to learn more about implantable heart pumps.
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February 2, 2024
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but you can reduce your risk.
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February 14, 2023
If you’re at risk for heart disease, there's good news.
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February 8, 2023
Surveys show that few women think heart disease is their greatest health threat.
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January 29, 2019
At Lowell General Hospital, we are fully committed to the fight against heart disease.
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March 29, 2020
Wearables and Your Heart Rate: Are these Devices Accurate?
Patient Stories
August 18, 2020
Benefiting Home Health Foundation is a family affair.