The MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute at Long Beach (Calif.) Medical Center appointed Andrew Yoon, MD, medical director of its heart failure treatment program, the hospital said Feb. 24.
Dr. Yoon joined the heart institute three years ago and is one of the only cardiologists in the area who is board-certified in advanced heart failure treatment.
As program director, Dr. Yoon said he aims to implement a mechanical circulatory support program and open the door for heart transplant procedures at the hospital, among other goals.
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