Texas Health Heart & Lung Surgical Specialists

03/06/2026

Greg Hunt lived with a heart murmur most of his life. It never was a problem, until suddenly became one. Learn how Greg ended up in the Structural Heart Center at Texas Health Fort Worth for the treatment of heart valve disease. Read for more: https://bit.ly/3ZU2HaS

03/05/2026

New mom Cori Nichols’ delivery was more traumatic than most. But that was only the beginning of her health journey. Learn why every second mattered after baby Owen was born: https://bit.ly/46rJPDK

At 33 weeks pregnant, mom-to-be Cori Nichols was planning for a last-minute getaway to Dallas with her husband before the arrival of the couple’s first child. It had been a fairly uneventful and uncomplicated pregnancy for the Abilene resident. Some early swelling and high blood pressure were bein...

03/04/2026

Dr. Wyler von Ballmoos, an internationally recognized mitral valve surgeon and System Chairman of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Texas Health Resources, recently shared his insights with TCTMD on a new study about mitral valve surgery and its implications for patients dealing with mitral regurgitation.
https://www.tctmd.com/news/surgical-mitral-valve-repair-outcomes-excellent-2-years-ctsn

Dr. Wyler von Ballmoos and a skilled, multidisciplinary team of valve experts are here to provide personalized consultations for patients with any valve issues.
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03/03/2026

Greg Hunt lived with a heart murmur most of his life. It never was a problem, until it suddenly became one. Learn how Greg ended up in the Structural Heart Center at Texas Health Fort Worth for the treatment of heart valve disease: https://bit.ly/3ZU2HaS

For years, Greg Hunt lived an active, full life with little more than a routine note in his medical chart: a heart murmur. It never slowed him down. At 65, Greg was working, golfing whenever he could, and enjoying time with his family. He had already recovered smoothly from both a hip replacement an...

12/18/2025

Is heart disease preventable? Although age and family history are risk factors that can’t be changed, knowing some preventive measures that can be taken to lower heart disease risk may be life-saving. Learn from cardiologists: https://bit.ly/3LOUT6m

Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States. These are the steps you need to take to reduce your risk.

12/11/2025

By 2030, more than 12 million people in the United States are expected to have AFib, a type of irregular heartbeat. Here’s what to know if diagnosed with the disorder: https://bit.ly/3Xx4OQu

Learn what means, how it's treated, and what lifestyle changes can help.

12/04/2025

When something jolted David Harney from his sleep, he thought it might be a cramp. Instead, it turned out to be something far more serious: an aortic dissection. Learn about the emergency surgery performed by cardiothoracic surgeon Andres Leal, M.D., when minutes mattered: https://bit.ly/4l4Eg3y

A North Texas police officer has a lot to celebrate this Father’s Day, after a brush with a life-threatening heart emergency.

12/02/2025

Eating a heart-smart diet sounds like a good plan, but it can be hard to follow when life gets busy and holiday indulgences are plentiful. The thing is that healthy hearts and quality foods are linked. Here’s how to stay ahead of heart disease with what’s on the plate: https://bit.ly/4p2bnqa

Life moves fast. Between work, family, errands and a social life, it’s often easy to grab whatever is quick and convenient and call it a meal. But we know what we eat matters – healthy hearts and quality foods are linked. Exercising and maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best ways to prote...

11/26/2025

Is it time for a new holiday tradition, like a family walk or a friendly game of football? www.THPG.org/HeartVascular

11/19/2025

Is that leg cramp or tightness peripheral artery disease? Here are some warning signs to watch for and what to do if PAD is suspected: https://bit.ly/3JDRNkP

Leg pain isn’t always just aging. It could be PAD—a serious condition that may lead to amputation. Here’s how to recognize the symptoms—and what steps to take.

11/17/2025

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for U.S. men, and men tend to experience their first heart attacks around 10 years earlier than women. Take charge of heart health by knowing blood pressure and cholesterol numbers. Visit with a Texas Health cardiologist today at www.THPG.org/HeartVascular

11/14/2025

Neglecting good oral hygiene doesn’t just open the door to cavities or bad breath. It can silently trigger bigger health problems. Learn what can happen when a brushing is skipped or a dental checkup is missed: https://bit.ly/47B7e5l

When life gets busy, it’s easy to let your dental routine slide. We’re all probably guilty of fibbing a bit on flossing every day, and trust us, your dentist knows if you’re telling the truth or not.