Program Overview

Multidisciplinary Training: Our fellowship offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a diverse team of experts, including interventional cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, heart failure specialists, advanced imaging specialists, cardiac anesthesiologists, electrophysiologists all included in the multi-disciplinary heart-team. This collaborative approach ensures fellows receive an in depth understanding of structural heart diseases and their management.

Clinical Exposure: Fellows will gain extensive hands-on experience in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of structural heart diseases, such as valvular heart disease, congenital heart defects, interventional heart failure, left atrial appendage closure and new innovative cardiac procedures. This exposure occurs in both outpatient and inpatient settings, fostering a well-rounded skill set. Fellows will also participate in the cardiac catheterization laboratory in order to maintain their expertise with coronary interventions. They will gain significant experience in transcatheter intervention for aortic stenosis, mitral/tricuspid regurgitation, left atrial appendage occlusion, congenital heart disease and advanced heart failure.

Advanced Imaging: Understanding the intricacies of structural heart diseases requires proficiency in various imaging modalities. Fellows will receive in-depth training in echocardiography, cardiac MRI, and CT angiography, enhancing their ability to make accurate assessments and informed decisions. Interventional Techniques: Our program places a strong emphasis on developing.

Interventional Techniques: Our program places a strong emphasis on developing interventional skills. Fellows will receive hands-on training in minimally invasive procedures, including transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVR), transcatheter tricuspid valve repair and replacement (TTVR), left atrial appendage occlusion, atrial & ventricular septal defect (ASD) closure, among others.

Research Opportunities: Fellows will have dedicated time for research, allowing them to explore innovative approaches, contribute to advancements in the field, and present their findings at national and international conferences. Hackensack’s Structural Heart program is participating in five ongoing clinical trials within the field of structural heart disease (SUMMIT, CORCINCH, PARADIGM, FROST HF, TRICVALVE).

Didactic Curriculum: Our comprehensive didactic curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including pathophysiology, imaging interpretation, patient selection, procedural planning, and complications management. Regular seminars, case discussions through our thrice weekly multidisciplinary team meetings, and journal clubs enhance the

Leadership Development: We are committed to fostering the leadership skills of our fellows. Opportunities for mentorship, teaching, and participation in quality improvement initiatives are integrated into the program.

Faculty Expertise: Our faculty consists of renowned experts in the field of structural heart disease. Fellows will benefit from one-on-one mentoring and guidance throughout their training from our esteemed faculty.

Graduate Outcomes: Graduates of our fellowship are well-prepared to excel in academic, clinical, or industry settings. Many have gone on to become leaders in structural heart disease programs around the country.

Thank you for considering our Structural Heart Disease Fellowship program at Hackensack University Medical Center. We invite you to join us on this transformative journey to becoming a skilled and compassionate expert in the field of structural heart diseases.