Delray Medical Center is one of only two hospitals in South Florida to commercially utilize the Abbott Absorb bioresorbable vascular scaffold in the treatment of coronary artery disease. The innovative device is inserted into a patient's clogged artery to keep it open and restore blood flow, and then gradually disappears in about three years. It is made of naturally dissolving material and is designed to reduce the risk of future blockages that can occur with traditional metal stents.

 

With the addition of this new treatment option, Delray Medical Center offers hope to those suffering from a heart condition that affects 15 million people in the United States and is a leading cause of death worldwide. While metal stents are permanent implants and can restrict vessel motion, the Absorb stent is made of a dissolving polymer, similar to dissolving sutures, allowing the artery to pulse and flex naturally.

 

"The introduction of this groundbreaking device marks the next generation of interventional cardiology," said Mark Bryan, CEO. "We are proud to be one of only seven hospitals in the state to offer this technology."

Miami based Gastro Health Continues to Grow

 

Dr. Enrique Hernandez-Sanchez, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, has joined the Wellington office. Dr. Hernandez has been with Gastro Health since 2013 and currently sees patients at the Gastro Health, Boca Raton pediatric center. Dr. Hernandez looks forward to expanding pediatric services at the new Wellington location.