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In The Know: Cardiology Care
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Congestive Heart Failure Clinic
In this award-winning program, patients with congestive heart failure are closely
monitored by a nurse to help reduce hospitalization time and encourage living
at home.
Events:
The cardiology along with the Nutrition Departmet hosts several classes and
programs evey month for individuals interested in leading a healthier lifestyle.
View our educational programs and support groups and see what interests you.
 Dr. Luigi Pacifico
Dr. Luigi Pacifico first became interested in medicine when he was in high school studying the scientist Leonardo DaVinci. "I actually took a whole semester in Renaissance studies and learned quite a bit about him. He was very interested in how the human body worked and was quite ahead of his time. Then later I worked at the Dana Farber Institute and after that I knew I wanted to be a doctor when I grew up. I really learned what a physician does working there." Read more
 Dr. Brian Downey
For Dr. Brian Downey, being a physician is all about patient care. "I truly love taking care of patients," he explains. "The reason I decided to go into medicine versus another career was that I really enjoyed the interactions with people. Whether working with my patients or other healthcare professionals, I value the interactions I have. I also enjoy being a cardiologist because it allows me to see patients over an extended period of time and offer great continuity of care." Read more
 Dr. Michael Goodfriend
As a cardiologist at Fallon Clinic, Dr. Michael Goodfriend believes that educating patients is one of the keys to good care. "I think education is really important. It allows patients to have a better understanding of their problem and how to deal with it. Cardiology issues frequently can be complex. The more the patient understands the less mysterious or frightening his or her condition will be." Read more
 Dr. Joseph Hannan
An interventional cardiologist who has been practicing for over a decade, Dr. Joseph Hannan specializes in using a minimally invasive approach in the treatment of coronary artery disease and vascular problems. Dr. Hannan enjoys cardiology because it allows him to have a big impact on a patients health and overall condition. He also enjoys the everyday challenge of finding the right course of treatment for each patient.
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 Dr. Robert Harizi
During his time as a cardiologist, Dr. Robert Harizi has learned that each patient is truly unique and often needs individualized therapy. "After making a diagnosis, I try to tailor the treatment which has the highest likelihood of success to that person. Before you begin any treatment plan, you have to take into consideration a patient's lifestyle, what their job is, what their attitudes are - the whole ball of wax. It's very important to treat the patient in an individualized fashion." Read more
 Dr. Joseph Kirkpatrick
Dr. Joseph Kirkpatrick has been a practicing cardiologist for more than two decades. "I finished my fellowship in cardiology at Rhode Island Hospital in 1980," he recalls. "Of course, when you study medicine, learning is a never-ending process. It's been interesting to see the changes in cardiology over the years. There's truly a world of difference in how we treat patients now compared to when I first started practicing. Everything from the technologies used for diagnosis to the medicines we prescribe is very different." Read more
 Dr. Dennis Maki
As a cardiologist at Fallon Clinic, Dr. Dennis Maki believes that it's important to treat cardiology patients according to established guidelines but also apply that care on an individual basis. "We always strive to individualize and bring evidence-based medicine to that particular patient. You have to consider what the evidence is and then apply it to your patient. In cardiology especially, all care has to be highly individualized." Read more
 Dr. Stephen Pezzella
After graduating from St. Louis University Medical School, Dr. Stephen Pezzella became the very first cardiology fellow at the University of Massachusetts and joined Fallon Clinic after his fellowship in 1978 . Dr. Pezzella has seen great advancements take place in cardiology since he first started practicing. Read more
 Dr. Eddison Ramsaran
As an invasive cardiologist at Fallon Clinic, Dr. Eddison Ramsaran performs cardiac catherizations and stent implantations as well as other procedures that help diagnose and treat a variety of heart problems. Read more
 Dr. Neeta Shah
Dr. Neeta Shah was born in India but has spent the last 18 years studying and practicing medicine in the United States. Asked why she decided to become a doctor she responds, "I grew up in India, where everyone puts a great emphasis on education, especially in professions such as teachers, engineers, or doctors. In my own family I had a great choice of role models - my grandfather was a teacher, my father an engineer, and my mother a physician! I believe I have combined the best of these worlds, by choosing a career that would allow me to make a positive influence in people's lives." Read more
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