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With introduction of surgical robot, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center cements status as northern New England’s leader in mitral valve repair

DHMC's rate of successful mitral valve surgery already among nation's best at over 95%

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Emily Zeitler, MD, MHS, with a patient.

3D Scholars Program: Fostering Connections within the Device Development Ecosystem

Dartmouth Health experts are driving innovation and forging collaboration in device development through the Dartmouth Device Development (3D) Scholars program.

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Dartmouth Health hospitals recognized for excellence with four-star CMS ratings

Cheshire Medical Center earns upgrade from previous rating

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Expansion underway at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center’s Patient Pavilion

Project set for completion by August 2026

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Celebrating 500 Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Patients Treated at Dartmouth Health

In January 2025, Dartmouth Health celebrated its 500th Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO) procedure.

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Alyce Vendetti, PA, and Hannah Bensimhon, MD, at DHMC

Heart Failure Length-of-Stay Research Aims to Optimize Patient Care

Researchers are using AI to look for factors that contribute to a longer length of stay, with the aim of identifying at-risk patients and developing scalable management strategies.

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How You Can Stay Safe in the Summer Heat

Heat waves and poor air quality can affect our health—especially if you are someone with lung or heart conditions. Here are some tips for staying safe as temperatures rise.

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Robotic Cardiac Surgery Promotes 'Game-Changing' Patient Care

Local patients will no longer have to travel to Boston or New York to access minimally invasive robotic mitral valve procedures.

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Caitlin I. Booze, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, with a patient

New Electrophysiology Device Clinic Serves Southern NH Residents

Patients in Concord, Manchester, and Nashua who need a pacemaker, defibrillator, or loop monitor can now access pre- and post-surgical care and ongoing follow-up close to home.

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U.S. News & World Report names Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center as a Best Hospital for 2025-2026

Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital also recognized as high performing in hip replacement

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