Latest News Releases

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Heart Institute researchers funded to pursue projects on atherosclerosis, acute cardiac events and open science

Congratulations Drs. Kelly Cobey, Mireille Ouimet and Heather Tulloch

Heart Institute uses advanced ablation technology for first time in Americas

Use of the VARIPULSE™ Platform marks a significant milestone in the treatment of atrial fibrillation.
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International society recognizes Dr. Peter Liu as a pioneer in the field of heart failure

Dr. Peter Liu honoured with the Pioneer Award at annual scientific meeting of the Heart Failure Society of America

Heart Institute mourns the loss of Dr. Donald S. Beanlands

Dr. D. S. Beanlands presided over a golden age of growth in clinical care and training as the Heart Institute evolved in size and stature

Canadian Cardiovascular Society bestows Heart Institute doctors with Recognition Awards

The Canadian Cardiovascular Society has awarded Dr. Jennifer Reed, Dr. Kwan-Leung Chan, and Dr. Christopher Johnson of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute with prestigious awards.

Smartphone app boosting emergency cardiac care efficiency

A secure, privacy-compliant point-of-care smartphone application is helping to reduce diagnostic time for patients in Ontario who may be experiencing a heart attack due to a blocked artery.
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Heart Institute scientist to investigate differences between normal and diseased ventricular heart muscle

Dr. Kyoung-Han Kim will receive nearly one million dollars from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Spring 2024 Project Grant Program
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Heart Institute scientist appointed to expert panel to support and protect Canadian research data

Dr. Kelly Cobey will have the opportunity to shape evidence-based policy in Canada

Heart Institute first in North America to implant advanced bicaval valve system in patient

The Tricvalve® Transcatheter Bicaval Valve System is designed for the treatment of patients with severe tricuspid insufficiency, a form of valvular heart disease
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Heart Institute researchers awarded NSERC grants to improve care

The funding will support UOHI researchers to close knowledge gaps and inform strategies to improve heart disease diagnosis, treatment and healthcare systems design.