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Hello, and welcome to the spring issue of MD News Central Pennsylvania. Saving lives and improving quality of life for patients with acute and chronic heart conditions requires a full complement of expert, multidisciplinary providers, a commitment to incorporating innovative technologies and a dedication to groundbreaking clinical research. Penn State Heart and Vascular Institute has brought together each of these elements to provide comprehensive care to patients from throughout the region. Seasoned clinicians utilize advanced technologies and techniques to optimize outcomes, while physician-scientists provide access to leading-edge treatments through patient- focused research. In our cover feature, several of these healthcare leaders talk about their work and about the expansive, high-level care available at the Heart and Vascular Institute. Also in this issue, we review findings suggesting that rising obesity rates among young people may portend a heart failure crisis, we delve into concerns about pneu- monia risk to Alzheimer's patients, and we provide a snapshot of data regarding cardiology. You'll find tips about managing your practice eŽciently, too, as well as information about new and upcoming medical devices. T h a n k you for rea d i n g , a nd plea se feel f ree t o provide feedback. Regards, Susan Ecenbarger Publisher: Susan Ecenbarger Managing Editor: Steve Barrett Chief Executive Officer: Jim Hobson Chief Marketing Officer: Jason Skinner Vice President of Creative Services: Eric Jackson Vice President of Operations: Tyler Hardekopf In Memoriam: Robert J. Brennan, Founder Account Manager: Patty'Montgomery Creative Director: Ashlea Roark Designer: Brian Norman Creative Services: Ben Cake, Mariela'Cosentino, Sandee'Curry, Jamie'Dent, Jenny Havron, Valerie'Lauer, Emily'Main, Jacob'Moore, Jennifer'Oncay, Kimmi'Patterson, Michael'Simmons, David'Smith, Jesse'Thompson Production: Andrea Hull Financial Services: Ashley Byrd Audience Development: Debbie Dodski MD News is published by True North Custom 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite 1 Chattanooga, TN 37411 423-266-3234 | truenorthcustom.com Although ever y precaution is taken to ensure accuracy of published materials, MD News cannot be held responsible for opinions expressed or facts supplied by its authors. Copyright 2017, True North Custom. All rights reser ved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. The healthcare providers featured in MD News comply with applicable Federal laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. P O S T M A S T E R : Please send notices on Form 3579 to 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite 1, Chattanooga, TN 37411. Advertise in MD News For more information about advertising in the MD News Central Pennsylvania edition, contact Susan Ecenbarger at 717-575-6691 or secenbarger@mdnews.com. Contact Information Send press releases and all other information related to this local edition of MD News to secenbar ger @ mdnew s . com or v ia f ax to 717- 4 8 2- 818 6. Central Pennsylvania 05-868 PUBLISHER from the ............................................... Susan Ecenbarger PUBLISHER Central Pennsylvania ............................................... secenbarger@mdnews.com 717-575-6691 ............................................... @MDNewsCentralPA