Advances in Cardiac Surgery
Surgical Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation and Left Atrial Appendage Obliteration
Join Sheba for an exclusive briefing on the surgical methods redefining cardiac surgery, featuring Prof. Leonid Sternik, Director of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. The session will delve into surgical atrial fibrillation ablation and left atrial appendage obliteration, the techniques transforming stroke risk for AFib patients and their families.
Agenda Highlights
Prof. Sternik will cover the following topics:
- Latest strategies and techniques for surgical ablation of atrial fibrillation
- Practical tips for clinicians performing ablation procedures
- Guidance for identifying cases in which ablation may not be the optimal approach
- Surgical options for left atrial appendage obliteration
- Patient selection criteria for left atrial appendage occlusion as a standalone intervention
The session will conclude with a live Q&A.
Meet the Speaker
Prof. Leonid Sternik
Prof. Leonid Sternik is a globally recognized pioneer in cardiothoracic surgery and has served as Director of Cardiac Surgery at Sheba Medical Center since 2018.
An editor of the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery and author of more than 40 peer-reviewed articles, Prof. Sternik is a highly sought-after international lecturer.
At Sheba, his surgical suites routinely host medical teams from across Europe and around the world for advanced clinical training in his specialized ablation techniques.
About Sheba Global
Sheba Global serves as the global arm of Sheba Medical Center, the Middle East’s largest medical center. Through our Global Medical Initiatives (GMI) division, we export Sheba’s world-class expertise to help governments and institutions build stronger, smarter, and more resilient health systems.
From JCI accreditation to underground hospital design, we provide the blueprint for the future of healthcare.
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