Deborah Heart and Lung Center Plays Critical Role in Investigating Whether Sonic Waves can Help Treat Advanced Heart Disease

Research in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology shows potential for ‘shockwaves’ to safely break up calcified plaque prior to stenting.

Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)

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…

Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary artery disease is a buildup of plaque in the arteries that leads to narrowing of the blood vessels that supply blood and oxygen to the heart. It is the leading cause of death in the United States for men and women, with more than 3 million cases being diagnosed annually.

Heart Attack

Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a heart attack. A heart attack is caused by a blood clot that blocks a coronary artery. The coronary arteries supply blood and oxygen to the heart. If the blood flow is blocked, the heart is deprived of oxygen and heart muscle dies. The medical term…

Non-Discrimination and Accessibility

New Jersey law prohibits discrimination in places of public accommodation such as hospitals. Deborah is committed to ensuring equal access to all patients.

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…

Charles J. McAfee

Financial acumen without grace, humility, compassion and kindness holds little value for an organization such as Deborah, whose deep-rooted mission, and drive for medical excellence and compassionate care, must be carefully balanced with an eye to the bottom line. It is a distinct pleasure for me to bring both sides of the equation into play…

Online Databases

The following is a list of databases available to DHLC staff members. Unrestricted databases are included and available to the general public. Remote access from a non-DHLC site to licensed databases such as EBSCOhost and OVID is available for staff members only. Access requires user ID and password information which is provided upon library registration or…

Lem Burnham, PhD

Jim Andrews

Jim Andrews is an accomplished healthcare executive with over two decades of experience in leading strategic initiatives and heart and vascular service line success. Currently serving as the President and CEO of Deborah Heart and Lung Center, he is committed to advancing the institution’s reputation as a leader in cardiovascular and pulmonary care.