Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure

The foramen ovale is a small hole or channel in the wall between the top two heart chambers that allows oxygenated blood to mix in a baby before it is born. Patent foramen ovale (PFO) refers to the condition that happens if the hole stays open after a baby is born. A catheter can be…

Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Lung Surgery (VATS)

Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is a minimally-invasive surgical technique used to diagnose and treat problems in the chest. During a VATS procedure, a thoracoscope and surgical instruments are inserted into the patient’s chest through one or more small incisions in the chest wall. The thoracoscope transmits images of the inside of the chest onto a video…

Transradial Catheterization and Interventions

Catheterization is a key diagnostic tool for cardiac health. Traditionally, a line is threaded through the femoral artery in the groin and up into the heart, requiring patients to lie flat for several hours, and remain flat and immobile for some time after the procedure. Although considered safe, there is some risk of bleeding with…

Inspire (for Obstructive Sleep Apnea)

Endoscopic Vein Harvesting

Prior to performing bypass surgery, a Deborah^® cardiothoracic surgeon determines what type of blood vessels are needed to create the bypass graft. Surgeons may opt to choose arteries from a patient’s chest (mammary or thoracic arteries), arm (radial artery), or veins in the legs (saphenous vein).

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) uses a special pressure chamber to increase the amount of oxygen in the blood. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy exposes the entire body to 100% oxygen under increased atmospheric pressure. The patient’s oxygen-saturated blood promotes healing of chronic wounds and damaged tissue. The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Treatment has two HBOT…

Deborah Heart and Lung Center Recognizes Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month

Coinciding in Conjunction with Deborah’s 2000th Robotic Ablation Procedure

Finding New Beginnings after Crossing the End of the Road

Five years ago Richard Young had a heart attack, followed by a pacemaker. Soon his downward slide into heart failure began.

Grilled Steak Spinach Salad

Loaded with the bright flavors of spring produce, this easy steak salad is bursting with color and healthy nutrients. Let the steak soak up the flavors of a lively garlic ginger marinade while you prep the veggies and fresh spring herbs.

Turkey Chili

A hearty chili is even better when it’s healthy, too. This quick, easy chili recipe is made with lean ground turkey and can be ready in 30 minutes.