Dr. Maninder Bedi of the Heritage Valley Heart & Vascular Center is the first physician in the Pittsburgh region to use the Medtronic PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) System, a new minimally invasive procedure that uses pulsed electric fields to treat patients with Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). The Medtronic PulseSelect™ PFA System is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of patients with intermittent or persistent Atrial Fibrillation.

Atrial Fibrillation is one of the most common and undertreated heart rhythm disorders, affecting millions of people worldwide. AFib is an irregular heart rhythm that affects the upper chambers (atria) of the heart. This arrhythmia prevents blood from being pumped efficiently to the rest of your body. As a result, AFib may impact your ability to perform daily activities, cause you to feel tired and impact your overall quality of life. If left untreated, AFib could lead to stroke or heart failure.

AFib ablation, a minimally invasive procedure that uses hot or cold energy to create scars in your heart tissue where the arrhythmia (or irregular/abnormal heart rhythm) is occurring, is often used to treat patients with AFib.  PFA is a breakthrough ablation technology that uses pulsed electric fields, rather than temperature extremes, to achieve the same therapeutic effect yet better protect surrounding tissue.

Dr. Bedi is excited to add the PulseSelect™ PFA System as an option for patients diagnosed with AFib. According to Dr. Bedi, “Pulsed Field Ablation for the treatment of atrial fibrillation is the future of atrial fibrillation management. The procedure is quicker, has fewer complication rates, and is more effective than the current technologies. This new technology will help physicians treat atrial fibrillation patients in an efficient manner and give the patients long-term success from their symptoms.”

If you or someone you know has AFib, talk to your doctor to see if the PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation System may be an option. For more information on the Heritage Valley Heart & Vascular Center, please click here.

Respite stays offer temporary relief for caregivers, providing an often much-needed break from caring for an aging loved one. Respite care also benefits the person being cared for, providing a welcome change of routine and an opportunity to meet new friends!

Heritage Valley Senior Living offers respite stays with a 14-day minimum in both Personal Care and Independent Living. Let our professional team help you determine the most beneficial level of care for your short-term needs. With on-site physical therapy, a respite stay may also be ideal for post joint replacement patients. Respite residents are encouraged to participate in all meals and activities. Often times, residents enjoy the stay so much that they decide to move in!

For more information about respite stays, please contact Lisa Unis at 412-875-1602 or Haley Linsenbigler at 724-773-5823. Click here for more information on the Heritage Valley Senior Living Community.

National Nurses Week celebrates the dedication of nurses, and is designed to raise awareness of the vital role that nurses play. According to the American Nurses Association, this year's theme of Nurses Make the Difference "honors the incredible nurses who embody the spirit of compassion and care in every health care setting." 



Nurses make up the largest percentage of the nation’s healthcare workforce, and provide care to patients through every stage of life, often working with them at their most vulnerable moments. Nurses provide compassion, support patient safety and advocate for every patient to receive quality health care.

You can celebrate this special week by expressing your gratitude to your favorite nurse. We certainly want to thank all of our Heritage nurses for providing such wonderful care to our patients!

Self-Schedule Through the HVHS App

More options are now available for self-scheduling on the Heritage Valley app! We have added the ability to schedule Ultrasound exams, in addition to Screening Mammograms, EEGs and DEXA scans. You can also schedule office appointments at some of our physician practices, including Heritage Valley Pediatrics.

To schedule, download the iHVHS or aHVHS app and create a “My Care Link” account. (Click here for assistance/instructions on creating your “My Care Link” account.) Once your account is active, you can proceed with scheduling!

Our Population Health Team, part of Heritage Valley's Clinically Integrated Network, works with Providers to deliver coordinated care services to patients with complex medical conditions and barriers to care, such as living situations or transportation issues. They focus on patient-centered approaches to improving the quality of care and health outcomes of our members. The team provides disease prevention education and collaborates with community resources to provide continuity of care. They strive to keep you "healthy at home." The team consists of Nurses, Social Workers, Quality Assistant, Quality Analyst, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician and Data Analyst.

For more information or to request support, please contact the Manager of Population Health, Amanda Bombiani, at 724-773-4592 or hvhnpophealth@hvhs.org