Welcome to the Division of CardiologyFor over 50 years, our cardiologists, nurses and staff of the Cardiology Division at the University of Utah have created a dedicated team to provide high quality cardiovascular care to Utahns and residents throughout the Intermountain West. Our service mission to our patients and their families is firmly linked to our chartered commitment to cutting-edge for cardiac diseases through discovery, research and education especially for the next generation of cardiovascular specialists. From pioneering work on implantation of the first artificial heart to discovering the genetic basis for cardiac sudden death and the long QT syndrome, this rich legacy of our clinical and research faculty continues today through our nationally-recognized cardiovascular fellowship program, advanced programs in clinical electrophysiology including ablation of atrial fibrillation, cardiac imaging, and cutting edge technologies, and new causes of heart and vascular diseases. See articles in: Cell, Science, and a research paper by Dr. Sheldon Litwin. Such integration of our research, educational and clinical programs enables us to individualize your care, from a wide selection of cutting-edge treatments, in the emerging era of cardiovascular personalized medicine. 
Who's New in Cardiology?
Dr. Larry Green Dr. Green has returned to the Cardiology Division at the University of Utah after an absence of 7.5 years which he spent at a large, private, multispecialty clinic in rural Central Washington state. The absence was prompted by the need for a family member to be at a lower altitude. Dr. Green and Dr. George Veasey founded the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center many years ago at the University of Utah Medical Center and Dr. Green has returned to work with others now part of that center. He also sees general cardiology patients and assists in the Echocardiographic Center in the Division of Cardiology. Dr. Green continues close association with several quarter horses that moved back to Utah with him and these provide access to the mountain country in Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming for him and his wife. The two of them also own several fly rods and enjoy checking the fish populations in the Intermountain Area rivers. Dr. Green can be reached at the University of Utah Cardiology Division Offices and he looks forward to assisting with patient care and teaching at the University of Utah Medical Center and Clinics.
Dr. Eugen Ivan Dr. Ivan was recruited by the Division of Cardiology as the Director of the newly established Peripheral Vascular Interventional Program. Dr. Ivan specializes in coronary and peripheral vascular interventions, includng balloon angioplasty, stent placement and atherectomy. He has received advanced training in this field after completing his cardiology fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He has also completed an Internal Medicine residency, and has a triple board certification in Cardiovascular interventions, Cardiology and Internal Medicine. Some of his hobbies include skiing, hiking, classical music and fine wines. We are excited to have Dr. Ivan join our team.
Health Care for the Cardiac Patient | NEWS IN THE DIVISION OF CARDIOLOGYBreakthrough Research Read Dr. Nassir Marrouche's article titled "A Cardiologist's Determination to Cure the Troubled Heart". (Outlook, Page 4) Cardiologists Named to Endowed Professorships Dr. Mohamed H. Hamdan and Dr. Sheldon E. Litwin are honored with endowed professorships.
Cutting Edge Technology Our new Definition Dual Source CT Scanner allows for a quicker, more accurate, and safer method to detect early cardiovascular disease.
Discovering a New Cause of Heart Disease Antioxidants are widely considered an important defense against heart disease, but Dr. Ivor J. Benjamin, Chief of Cardiology, and his laboratory have found excessive levels of one antioxidant - reduced glutathione - actually may contribute to the disease.
Read more about these findings in the August 10 issue of Cell. Article continued ....
Obesity, hypertension, and sleep apnea, when combined may be particularly stressful to the heart. Dr. Sheldon Litwin was principal investigator on a published research study titled Left Ventricular Hypertrophy in Severe Obesity, Interactions Among Blood Pressure, Nocturnal Hypoxemia, and Body Mass. Click here to read the abstract from the AHA Journal. |
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Upcoming EventsWestern Atrial Fibrillation Symposium December 11-12, 2008, Park City, UT
The Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium will bring together Cardiologists, Family Practice physicians, Internal Medicine physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Residents, Students and those who have an interest in atrial fibrillation, to learn about the diagnosis, care and the new advances in the treatment of this common arrhythmia. More information coming soon! Improving Heart Health Through ResearchOur researchers are dedicated to preventing and curing heart disease as well as finding better treament options. We conduct a large medical research program with national and global reaches. Visit our Cardiac Research Home Page Educating Health Care Professionals We teach medical students, residents and fellows the art of Cardiovascular Medicine. Visit our Education Home Page Employment Opportunities:The Cardiology Division is currently recruiting for several clinical and research positions. We are actively seeking a Co-Director of Research, Assistant/Associate Research Professors, General Cardiologists, Interventional Cardiologists, and a Non-Invasive Cardiologist.
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