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Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center Performs West Virginia’s FIRST Procedure with WATCHMAN FLX Pro

Mon Health Heart & Vascular Team Performs its First Pulsed Field Ablation to Treat Atrial Fibrillation

The Mon Health Heart & Vascular team at Mon Health Medical Center performed its first pulsed field ablation (PFA) to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) using the FARAPULSETM PFA System.

Mon Health Cardiologists Recognized Statewide

Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center is proud to announce that Dr. Bradford Warden has been inducted into the West Virginia Executive Health Care Hall of Fame and Dr. Wissam Gharib has been awarded the Heart of Gold Award by the American Heart Association.

Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center Kicks Off Heart Month with Go Red for Women Breakfast

Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center kicked off February’s “Heart Month” with a Go Red for Women Breakfast on Friday, February 2. Mon Health System’s female leadership, including Auxiliary and Board members, as well as residents from The Village at Heritage Point, came together to raise awareness for women’s heart health.

Mon Health Medical Center Receives Redesignation as HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence

Mon Health Medical Center has received redesignation as HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for its demonstrated commitment to comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care. Mon Health Medical Center was the first accredited hospital in West Virginia and 24th in the country to receive this prestigious designation.

Mon Health Medical Center Celebrates Heart Month This February

Mon Health System is celebrating “Heart Month” throughout February and highlighting its nationally recognized and accredited Heart & Vascular Center which serves patients across the state of West Virginia. Keeping with the theme of the month, Mon Health Medical Center is also offering heart-healthy initiatives for patients and staff. 

Mon Health Medical Center is First in West Virginia to be Recognized with ACC Electrophysiology Accreditation

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center at Mon Health Medical Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients who experience rhythmic issues, such as atrial fibrillation, and in treating patients with chest pain. Mon Health Medical Center is the first and only center in West Virginia to be awarded Electrophysiology Accreditation and was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI for 12 consecutive years based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients.

Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital Receives ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.

Mon Health Heart & Vascular Performs First Renal Denervation Procedure for Treatment of High Blood Pressure

On Friday, December 29, Mon Health Heart & Vascular’s Dr. Wissam Gharib performed West Virginia’s first renal denervation procedure for high blood pressure.

Mon Health Heart & Vascular Performs 100th Thrombectomy with the Inari FlowTriever Device

On November 10, Mon Health Heart and Vascular performed its 100th thrombectomy with the Inari FlowTriever Device, the first device to be awarded an FDA indication for treatment of Pulmonary Embolism (PE).