In Memoriam – Dr. Ali Massumi

This week, a dear friend and mentor, Dr. Ali Massumi, died from a long battle with cancer.   Dr. Massumi was a giant in Electrophysiology at the Texas Heart Institute and his impact on the field and over 200 trainees was immense.  He will be sorely missed by all of...

Perioperative Guidelines 2014 Update – Synopsis

Perioperative Guidelines 2014 Update – Synopsis   Wait ≥ 60 days after MI prior to non cardiac surgery in the absence of coronary intervention. Age > 62 yo is an independent risk factor for perioperative stroke.   Perioperative Valvular Disease...