Deborah Heart and Lung Center performed the first open heart surgeries in New Jersey in the 1950s. Cardiac surgery has dramatically transformed over the years. From those beginnings to present day, the field has changed with many procedures now performed using minimally invasive techniques, hybrid approaches are used to address complex heart issues, and technology, such as AI, is being used for predictive modeling and risk assessments.

In this episode, KYW’s Rasa Kaye speaks with Allen Cheng, MD, chair of surgery at Deborah Heart and Lung Center. Dr. Cheng discusses advances in the field of cardiac surgery.

Cardiac surgery trends, research and best practices are shared. Dr. Cheng gives insight on surgical approaches for complex heart surgeries, and explains why choosing the best hospital and surgeon for your procedure is important for successful outcomes. He also explains how the surgical team works together with patients and their family to prepare them for surgery and manage post operative and rehabilitative care.

Don’t miss this insightful discussion on promising innovations in the field of cardiac surgery.