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Innovative Care For Structural Heart Disease

At Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center

The human heart is a marvel of engineering, with its • TAVR – minimally invasive, advanced treatment for navigate their care journey with minimal disruptions to their
four valves playing a crucial role in guiding blood flow severe aortic stenosis daily lives.
through the intricate chambers of the heart and throughout • WATCHMAN – implant device to reduce stroke risk Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center’s commitment to
the body. When issues arise with these valves, it can • PVL Closure – plug leaks around prosthetic heart valve providing state-of-the-art care for structural heart disease is
lead to structural heart disease, a condition that, if left • Mitraclip – treats mitral regurgitation (MR) evident in its Structural Heart Program. From the efficiency
untreated, may result in severe complications such as • ASD/PFO Closure – repairs hole in septum of the heart of the Structural Heart/Valve Clinic to the personalized
heart failure, stroke, blood clots, or even death. Palm • Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Device – helps treatment plans crafted by a collaborative medical team,
Beach Gardens Medical Center stands at the forefront ventricles in heart pump blood patients can find solace in knowing that their health is in
of providing advanced care for structural heart disease, One of the hallmarks of Palm Beach Gardens Medical capable hands. As the medical landscape continues to evolve,
offering a comprehensive approach that combines cutting- Center’s approach to structural heart disease is the emphasis Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center remains dedicated
edge technology and personalized treatment options. on personalized care. Upon entering the Structural Heart/ to ensuring that individuals facing structural heart disease
The Structural Heart Program at Palm Beach Gardens Valve Clinic, patients are guided by a dedicated patient receive the best possible care, embracing innovation and
Medical Center is a testament to the institution’s navigator who facilitates all necessary appointments and compassion in equal measure.
commitment to staying at the forefront of medical ensures a seamless experience. A collaborative effort between For more information about our Structural Heart Program,
advancements. The program integrates interventional experienced cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons, please call (844) 367-9703 or visit our webpage: https://www.
technology with the latest innovations in structural skilled in innovative valve procedures, ensures that each pbgmc.com/services/cardiovascular/structural-heart.
heart procedures, offering patients a diverse array of patient receives a customized care plan tailored to their
minimally-invasive treatment options. This diversity unique needs.
empowers individuals to make informed decisions based Efficiency in healthcare is crucial, especially when dealing Library’s annual BookMania!
on their specific diagnosis, fostering a sense of control with conditions as intricate as structural heart disease. Palm set to take place March 2
and involvement in their own healthcare journey. Beach Gardens Medical Center strikes a balance between
Here are transcatheter treatment options offered at expeditious care and comprehensive treatment. By leveraging The Martin County Library System is excited
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center: the expertise of a multidisciplinary team, patients can to announce that the 2024 BookMania! annual
event, sponsored by The Library Foundation
Nominations Are Now Open of Martin County and Florida Humanities, will
take place on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the
Jensen Beach High School Performing Arts
For The Randolph A. Frank Prize Center, 2875 NW Goldenrod Road in Jensen
Beach, starting at 9:00 a.m.

For The Performing Arts BookMania! is free and open to the public.
Authors will participate in one of multiple
panel discussions featuring emerging and
$10,000 To Be Awarded To prominent writers. The auditorium can get
chilly, so please bring a sweater. Titles by
Performing Artists And guest authors are available through the
library’s collections. Lunch from the Martin
Educators In Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office BBQ team will be
available for cash-only at the event. Barnes
County & Noble Booksellers will be onsite offering
purchased coffee and light refreshments in
addition to facilitating book sales.
Palm Beach Symphony is now accepting nominations
for the prestigious Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Sea Stories - Fact & Fiction
Performing Arts, totaling $10,000, which will be awarded 9:15 am - 10:00 am
to up to three individual performing artists and arts Moderator: Peggy Chittum
educators in Palm Beach County. Kevin Sites: The Ocean Above Me
Self-nominations and third-party nominations will Earl Swift: Chesapeake Requiem - a year with
be accepted through the Feb. 15 deadline. A nomination Nancy and Ellis J. Parker, Steven Caras and Ken Taylor, the Watermen of vanishing Tangier Island
for an individual will only be accepted in one of three winner of the 2023 Randolph A. Frank Prize
categories: performing artists, performing arts educators Photo by Capehart Photography Thriller & Suspense
and emerging artists. Nominees do not need to reside 10:30 am - 11:45 pm
SIGNING 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
in Palm Beach County, but their work must be based Ansbacher, Mrs. James N. Bay, Alan Benaroya, Arthur Moderator: Amanda Brack
primarily in the county. and Mara Benjamin Foundation, JoAnne Berkow, Kathy Darby Kane: The Engagement Party
A five-year demonstrated track record is required Lee Bickham and John Bickham, Leslie Rogers Blum, Armando Lucas Correa: The Silence in her
for performing artists and performing arts educators. Jeffrey and Tina Bolton, James R. Borynack and Adolfo Eyes
Those nominated for the emerging artist category should Zaralegui/FINDLAY Galleries, Braman Motorcars, Megan Collins: Thicker Than Water
have at least a three-year demonstrated track record as a Thomas and Carol Bruce, CIBC Private Wealth, Amy
performing artist or performing arts educator and be at and John Collins, The Colony Hotel, CORPGOV, LUNCH 11:45 am - 12:45 pm -
least 21 years of age. Writers, designers (costume, lighting, Suzanne Mott Dansby, The David Minkin Foundation, signing and lunch
props, scenic, sound) and production technicians are not The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, Willard H. Dow
eligible for the award. and Kelly Winter, Dr. Richard and Diane Farber, Bill and Love, Friendship, and Ever After's
Nominees will be judged by a panel of industry Kem Frick/The Frick Foundation, Inc., Gerry Gibian and 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
SIGNING 1:45 pm - 2:15 pm
professionals from within and outside Palm Beach on Marjorie Yashar, Morgan Glazar/Tom James Company, Moderator: Linda Weiksnar
their contribution to the enhancement of the cultural and Paul and Sandra Goldner, Douglas and Jo Gressette, Kristy Woodson Harvey: The Summer of
artistic life of Palm Beach County, their commitment Steel Grove, Irwin and Janet Gusman, Thomas E. Songbirds
to excellence in the field and, when applicable, their Harvey & Cathleen P. Black Foundation, Doris Hastings Melissa Rivero: Flores and Miss Paula
teaching experience. Foundation, Carol S. and Joseph Andrew Hays, John
The Randolph A. Frank Prize winner(s) will be invited Herrick, Addison Hines Charitable Trust, George Hines, Historical Fiction
to attend an awards presentation at the après-concert HSS Florida, IPO Edge, IYC, Charles and Ann Johnson/ 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
dinner following the symphony’s season finale with guest The C and A Johnson Family Foundation, Elaine Kay, SIGNING 3:15 pm - 3:45 pm
artist Ignat Solzhenitsyn on April 25. Leonard and Norma Klorfine Foundation, The Kovner Moderator: Paula Hundt
The award was established in 2009 by Nancy and Jay Foundation, Gary and Linda Lachman/The Lachman Talia Carner: The Boy with the Star Tattoo
Parker to celebrate the memory of their longtime friend Family Foundation, Patricia Lambrecht/The Lambrecht Patti Callahan Henry: The Secret Book of
Flora Lea
Dr. Randolph A. Frank, who was an avid patron of the Family Foundation, Tova Leidesdorf, Lugano Diamonds, Katherine Reay: The Berlin Letters
arts. They created the prize with founding chairman The Honorable Bonnie McElveen-Hunter, The McNulty
Steven Caras, acclaimed dancer, dance educator, and Charitable Foundation, Metals Mint, David Moscow, This popular program has received national
photographer. NetJets, Palm Beach Design Masters, Patrick and Milly recognition for its stellar authors, record
“I felt that a cause was very much needed here,” Caras Park/The Park Foundation, Nancy and Ellis J. Parker, attendance, and impressive Barnes &
once said. “Celebrating and rewarding performing arts III, PNC Private Bank, Lois Pope, Provident Jewelry, Ari Noble book sales. For more information,
educators and performers, working in Palm Beach County, Rifkin/The Len-Ari Foundation, Dr. Martha Rodriguez visit www.library.martin.fl.us and search for
who, through their devoted efforts, enhance and inspire and Dr. Jesus Perez-Mendez, Karen Rogers, Ronald “BookMania!” or call 772-288-5702.
the lives of all of us – residents and visitors alike.” Rosenfeld, David Schafer, Seth Sprague Foundation,
The Palm Beach Symphony has managed and hosted Robin B. Smith, Kimberly V. Strauss, Dodie and Manley Funding for this program was provided
the nomination process and award presentation since 2019. Thaler and the Thaler/Howell Foundation, Don and Mary through a grant from Florida Humanities
with funds from the National Endowment
For more information, visit the programs and awards page Thompson, Jerome and Carol Trautschold, Sieglinde for the Humanities. Any views, findings,
at www.palmbeachsymphony.org. Completed nominations Wikstrom/The Wikstrom Foundation and The Ann Eden conclusions or recommendations expressed
should be emailed to ovazquez@palmbeachsymphony.org Woodward Foundation/James and Judy Woods. Programs in this program do not necessarily represent
on or before Thursday, Feb. 15. are also sponsored in part by the State of Florida, those of Florida Humanities or the National
Proud sponsors of Palm Beach Symphony include Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, and Endowment for the Humanities.
Cindy Anderson and Jerome Canty, Max and Christine the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.