Heart Valve Matters

Tamim Nazif and Kate Dalton discuss key aspects of the EFS Playbook and templates, including how these resources can help streamline study startup timelines.

Margaret Kayo and Lisa Boyle tell the story of the genesis of EFS Explorer , a new search engine designed for efficient early feasibility study start‑up.

Ami Bhatt and Sheila Klassen discuss the importance of seeking out mentors and creating a career path.

Rick Nishimura and Michael Mack outline the evolving role of surgery in the treatment of severe tricuspid regurgitation patients.

Rick Nishimura and Paul Grayburn discuss the role of echocardiography in properly evaluating and managing TR patients. 

Rick Nishimura and Paul Sorajja discuss how catheter-based approaches can help patients with severe symptomatic tricuspid regurgitation.

Ami Bhatt speaks to Henri Justino about strategies to support right ventricular growth, PA/IVS, and where current advancements can take us in the future. 

Ami Bhatt and John Carney discuss how in-vivo assessments can inform the development of devices for children. 

Ami Bhatt and David Hoganson explore how 3D modeling and simulation are impacting cardiac care and surgery in young patients.

Ami Bhatt and Robert Levine discuss both challenges in diagnosis and new research that will improve treatment and identify biomarkers.

Brian Lindman and Christopher Cook review the paradigm shift from passive watchful waiting to proactive management of severe aortic stenosis.

Michael Mack and Michael Borger outline the most important shifts and clarifications in the 2025 ESC/EACTS VHD guidelines.

Linda Gillam and Cynthia Taub discuss how the latest ASE guidelines are redefining the role of echocardiographers, highlighting how the communication of critical findings can improve patient outcomes.

Michael Mack and Amy Abernathy discuss how to streamline research and accelerate timelines in order to provide timely care.

Michael Mack speaks with Francesco Maisano about the surgical management of tricuspid regurgitation.

Juan Granada and Greg Roth take a deep dive into the prevalence, consequences, and treatment of mitral valve disease.

Ami Bhatt speaks with John Mayer about the advancements in pediatric heart valve applications.

Ami Bhatt and Eric Feins discuss innovation in the pediatric heart valve space.

Ami Bhatt speaks with Tim Ryan about heart valve technology and the development of the Melody valve. 

Ami Bhatt, Jenny Zablah, and Gareth Morgan discuss new advanced imaging approaches for treating congenital heart disease.

Patrick O’Gara speaks with Sean Pinney about the evaluation and treatment of patients with severe tricuspid regurgitation. 

Pat O'Gara and Laurence Epstein discuss rhythm and device considerations in patients with tricuspid regurgitation.

Juan Granada speaks with Marc Dweck for insights on potential pharmacologic therapies that can impact the progression of aortic stenosis. 

Juan Granada and Sammy Elmariah discuss challenges that impact treatment plans for patients with severe aortic stenosis.

Vinod Thourani and Matthew Price review the 2-year outcomes of the TRILUMINATE trial and discuss clinical progression among the control group.