Gadsden, AL (August 27, 2025)– Patients facing life-threatening heart failure now have a new reason for hope. Gadsden Regional Medical Center (GRMC) is utilizing new minimally invasive, heart-pumping technology that can temporarily take over the heart’s work, giving it time to rest and recover.
Inserted into the heart by accessing the artery through a small incision near the shoulder, the device can circulate enough blood to keep oxygen flowing to vital organs while reducing strain on the heart.
“This technology is a game-changer,” said Dr. Lucman Anwer, cardiothoracic surgeon with Gadsden Physician Clinics’ Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates. “It gives us the ability to stabilize patients in critical condition and, in many cases, help them avoid more invasive, long-term heart devices.”
The heart pump is often used for patients recovering from a massive heart attack, complex heart surgery, or advanced heart failure. Its design allows patients to remain mobile during recovery, which can lead to faster healing and better outcomes.
“It is truly amazing to see a patient have the ability to walk following this procedure,” said Dr. George Robinson, cardiothoracic surgeon with Gadsden Physician Clinics’ Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates. “Before we began implementing this device, many patients had very limited mobility during their recovery period.”
GRMC is among the first in the region to offer this advanced treatment, furthering its mission to provide compassionate cardiac care close to home.
About Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is a 346-bed acute care hospital with inpatient and outpatient care. We are accredited by the Joint Commission and have recognized programs in cardiology, pulmonology, sleep medicine, and stroke services. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We're nearly 2,000 healthcare professionals strong, and we work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the Etowah County area.
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