Paravalvular Leak

A paravalvular leak occurs in a small number of patients who have had valve replacement surgery. The leak happens in the space between the patient’s heart tissue and the valve replacement.

Paravalvular Leak Closure

A paravalvular leak is caused by a space between the patient’s natural heart tissue and a valve replacement. It occurs in a small number of patients who have had a valve replacement (mechanical or bioprosthetic) and most commonly affects the mitral valve, but it can also occur in the aortic and tricuspid valves. When a…

Congenital Heart Disease

Adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) is a problem with the heart’s structure and function that occurred at birth. ACHD can describe a number of different problems affecting the heart. It is the most common type of birth defect in the United States (there are over 1 million adults living with a congenital heart defect in…

Patient Acknowledgement – Medicare Information

This notice explains to patients how Deborah may gather information needed to administer the Medicare program.

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Arm

Arm pain can be a very mild experience or an extremely painful one. Arm pain can even be life-threatening, as it can be associated with symptoms of a heart attack (myocardial infarction). In instances of a heart attack, symptoms other than arm pain may include difficulty breathing, pressure on or around the chest area, and…

Understanding Aortic Valve Disease

KYW’s Rasa Kaye discusses aortic valve disease with Dr. Kovach, including Deborah’s team approach to identifying, managing and treating the condition, and the latest advances in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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Dennis L. King

I am excited to bring my financial and human resources experience and skills to the Deborah Board. Deborah’s outstanding medical achievements — coupled with its humanitarian mission — make it a true New Jersey treasure. I’m looking forward to contributing my financial knowledge in navigating an increasingly complex healthcare financial landscape. I welcome the challenges…