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Hussar Suradi, MD
Heart Health

Catheter-Based Interventions for Treating Structural Heart Diseases at Rush

Hussam Suradi, MD, is fellowship-trained in structural heart interventions and is skilled in treating patients with heart valve conditions, such as tight or leaky valves, and those who are bor...

Tatooles, MD, shows a patient a ventricular assist device as Joshi, MD, and Shanklin, NP, look on.
Heart Health

How a Care Team Brings Heart Failure Patients Hope With Highest Survival Rate in U.S.

Each heart failure patient gets custom, advanced care and a whole collaborative team on their side

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Heart Health

RUSH Copley Recognized for Excellence in Heart Care

Chest Pain Center accreditation signifies expertise in treating patients with heart attack symptoms

Lynn Stewart smiles alongside Santa Claus
Patient Stories

'A Second Chance at Life'

Second opinion at RUSH helped Lynn Stewart overcome advanced heart failure, return to the activities she enjoys

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Healthy Aging & Caregiving

Older Adults Face Extra Hazards in the Heat

Mobility, medical conditions and medications raise heatstroke risk

Dr. Erica Engelstein is an electrophysiologist in the RUSH University System for Health and an expert in treating atrial fibrillation.
Heart Health

Comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Care at RUSH with Erica Engelstein, MD

Dr. Erica Engelstein is an electrophysiologist in the RUSH University System for Health and an expert in treating atrial fibrillation. Her clinical interests include evaluation and treatment o...

Front view of RUSH Oak Park Hospital on a sunny day with blue skies. A sign in the foreground directs patients and visitors where to go for various services.
Heart Health

Rush Oak Park Hospital鈥檚 New Electrophysiology Lab Brings Treatment to the Suburbs

The EP lab will treat patients with abnormal heart rhythms and other heart related conditions closer to home

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Heart Health

How to Cut Back on Sodium

RUSH cardiologist shares tips for steering clear of salt

Arika Clark
Heart Health

Arika's Story: 'My Heart Is Feeling Really Good'

RUSH Oak Park cardiovascular program helps patients avoid serious heart issues

Stethoscope with ECG chart
Heart Health

5 Facts About Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

Tips for recognizing, living with and preventing this potentially dangerous heart condition