Inova Schar Heart and Vascular

09/29/2025

❤️ Can heart disease be prevented? As cardiology evolves, specialists are focusing on preventive cardiology.

👥🩺 Inova Schar Heart and Vascular has a dedicated team of preventive cardiologists whose goal is to identify heart disease risk factors and work with patients to prevent the disease.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/46Zavw5

Inova's preventive cardiology services can help you identify and reduce your heart disease risk When most people think of cardiology, they think of providers who focus on treating existing cardiovascular disease, from heart attacks and valve disease to ...

09/19/2025

We're proud to announce five prestigious endowed chair positions at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular, made possible through a portion of the transformational $75 million gift from longtime supporters Dwight and Martha Schar.

These new chairs will drive innovation in cardiovascular care in Northern Virginia.

✨ Christopher O’Connor, MD, President, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular – Schar Distinguished Chair, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular
✨ Wayne Batchelor, MD, President, Inova Medicine Service Line – Schar Chair, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular
✨ Steven D. Nathan, MD, Medical Director, Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplant Program, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular – Schar Chair, Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplant
✨ Richard F. Neville, MD, Associate Director, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular – Schar Chair, Vascular Surgery
✨ Garima Sharma, MD, Director, Preventive Cardiology and Women’s Cardiovascular Health, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular – Martha Schar Chair of Women’s Cardiovascular Health

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/47LXfvT

09/16/2025

❤️ Did you know that more than 10 million Americans live with AFib, which can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other serious complications?

Understanding AFib involves knowing its symptoms and potential causes and recognizing the importance of timely diagnosis and management.

👨‍⚕️ In a recent Ask the Expert, Dr. Stephen Gaeta discussed procedures and technologies that are proving to be effective for patients with AFib.

📽️ WATCH: https://bit.ly/47M5YOE

09/03/2025

🎉 For the ninth year in a row, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, and Inova Alexandria Hospital have earned the American College of Cardiology’s Chest Pain–MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025! 🏆

This national recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to providing the highest standard of care for heart attack patients.

08/26/2025

💓 Although cardiac wearables offer many health benefits, Dr. Brett Atwater, Cardiologist at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular, warns that the technology can sometimes cause patient anxiety and self-treatment risks.

🗒️ In this feature article by Xtelligent Healthcare Media, Dr. Atwater explores the challenges of cardiac wearables and strategies to overcome them.

👉 Read the full story: https://bit.ly/45yjvaY

Learn about the potential downsides of cardiac wearables, including rising patient anxiety, a fixation on data and self-treatment risks.

08/13/2025

When Shari H. joined Inova Blood Donor Services as a donor specialist, she saw firsthand the energy and effort it takes to keep blood supplies available for Inova care centers — inspiring her to become a blood donor. 🩸

Later, as a nurse at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular, her appreciation grew as she cared for patients whose treatment depended on blood products.

💙 Visit InovaBlood.org or call 1-866-256-6372.

08/12/2025

✨ We're thrilled to share the first bilateral renal denervation (RDN) procedure was recently performed at Inova Alexandria Hospital. This minimally invasive treatment for uncontrolled high blood pressure is available to patients for whom medication has not been effective.

🏥🩺 This procedure was performed by Drs. Edward Howard and Behnam Tehrani. This cutting-edge therapy is also available at Inova Fairfax and Loudoun hospitals.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nxt1C4

08/11/2025

We’re proud to collaborate with Gilchrist Cares to expand access to compassionate, expert hospice care for individuals and families across Northern Virginia. 🤝💙

By combining Inova’s strong community presence and patient-centered approach with Gilchrist’s nationally recognized expertise in hospice and end-of-life care, we're ensuring patients facing serious illness receive dignified, seamless support when and where they need it. 🌟

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fwk08E

08/08/2025

💛 Platelet donors are needed this week!
Your donation can help save lives – just like it helped cancer survivor, Kimberly.

♥️ After chemotherapy left her too weak to continue treatment, a blood transfusion gave Kimberly the strength and hope to keep fighting. Today, she's gone from patient to donor.

Support local hospitals during this critical time.
👉 Visit inovablood.org or call 1-866-256-6372 to schedule your donation.

08/05/2025

❤️ Do you know your heart health numbers? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. While age and family history are out of your control, knowing your numbers can help your doctor screen for heart disease.

🎥 Want to learn more? Dr. Arjun Kanwal explains what numbers you need to monitor to keep your heart healthy: https://vimeo.com/1102366419

07/29/2025

💐 Grand opening of Inova's state-of-the-art central pharmacy! A major step forward in advancing patient care.

The new facility:
✅ Centralizes prescription fulfillment for speed and accuracy
🤖 Advances operations with cutting-edge automation and technology
👩‍⚕️ Brings together clinical pharmacists and pharmacy liaisons under one roof
💊 Supports patients in managing medications – from cost savings to side effects guidance and long-term treatment planning

Learn more: Inova.org/RetailPharmacy

07/25/2025

Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) is a groundbreaking technology for ablation of atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common type of heart rhythm disorder. PFA uses quick bursts of electricity to safely eliminate parts of the heart causing the problem. 💓⚡

This treatment is especially promising for AFib patients with a previous ablation that failed or long-standing persistent AFib.

✨ Inova Schar Heart and Vascular recently became the first center in the US to complete 500 AFib procedures with the Affera PFA ablation system. Learn more: https://bit.ly/45h9Fdn