Table of Contents, Heart Murmurs (Winter 2000)

Message from the Chiefs

Welcome to the winter edition of Heart Murmurs, the Cardiovascular Program's publication for primary care pediatricians, pediatric and adult cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, graduates of our training programs, nurses and other practitioners specializing in cardiovascular care. This newsletter offers a look at the family-centered care provided by our collaborative team, and keeps you informed about developments in research, leading-edge technologies and devices, clinical outcomes and service innovations. The newsletter is published in the winter and spring. We hope you enjoy it.

Patricia A. Hickey, M.S., R.N.
Director, Cardiovascular Nursing/Patient Services

Richard A. Jonas, M.D.
Cardiovascular Surgeon-in-Chief

Peter C. Laussen, M.B.B.S.
Co-Director, Cardiac Anesthesia

James E. Lock, M.D.
Cardiologist-in-Chief

Nurse practitioner plays vital role in continuum of care
In an effort to expand the capacity of attending cardiologists and cardiac surgeons and effectively coordinate the care of cardiovascular patients across the inpatient and outpatient continuum, the Cardiovascular Program (CVP) has increased the number of pediatric nurse practitioners...

Management conference helps clinicians gather feedback
In order to help determine the best method of care for patients with complex or atypical congenital or acquired heart conditions, a Clinical Management Conference is held regularly at Children's...

Understanding, treating and preventing cardiac injury in children with congenital heart disease
Two research laboratories within the Cardiovascular Program, working both independently and in close collaboration, seek to better understand determinants of cardiac function in immature, developing, and injured hearts...

Children's holds first Hispano-Latin American Symposium
In October 1999 the First Hispano-Latin American Symposium was held by the Cardiovascular Program at Children's Hospital, Boston...

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