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#3 Structural Heart: Mitral Valve/Left Atrial Appendage

In this episode (part 2 of 2 in our structural heart series) we continue our conversation with Dr. Stephen Bakir and Dr. Matthew Sample. Items discussed include mitral valve repair, the MitraClip device, persistent AFIB, and the WatchMan device. Dr. Bakir and Dr. Sample also discuss what advancements are coming next in structural heart.
#3 Structural Heart: Mitral Valve/Left Atrial Appendage
Featuring:
Matthew Sample, MD, FACC | Stephen Bakir, MD, FACC
Dr. Matthew Sample is an Interventional Cardiologist whose philosophy for providing cardiovascular care to patients relies on the Heart Team Approach.  Specifically this involves working closely with patients, referring physicians, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and non-physician members of the health care team to reach an individualized plan of care for patients with complex cardiovascular illnesses. 

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Dr. Steve Bakir is a highly experienced Interventional Cardiologist with a special interest in Valve Disease and Structural Heart Interventions. He also manages complex coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease. 

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