Is the Left Atrial Appendage Inclusion Right For You?
✔ I have AFib not caused by a heart valve problem
✔ My doctor recommended that I take a blood thinner
✔ I’m suitable for short term blood thinners but need an alternative to long-term use
✔ I have an appropriate rationale to seek an alternative
If you are interested in learning more about the procedure, or to discuss if you are possibly a candidate, talk to your doctor or cardiologist. Or feel free to reach out directly to our Structural Heart Team at (605) 755-4031.
Joseph Tuma, M.D., FACC, FSCAI
Cardiovascular Medicine, Vascular Medicine, Structural Heart, Interventional Cardiology
Rapid City, SD
Becky Sharp, CNP
Rapid City, SD
Meghann Warnke, CNP
Rapid City, SD
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