Medcompare - The Buyer's Guide for Medical Professionals Cardiovascular Buyer's Guide
Products New Products News Videos Journal Updates Articles Resources Events Jobs
Search Medcompare
Enter Keyword(s):


Articles
Are All Scissors Created Equal? Not if You’re a Surgeon.
Are All Scissors Created Equal? Not if You’re a Surgeon.
New Products
Portapres Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor from FMS, Finapres Medical Systems
Portapres Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor from FMS, Finapres Medical Systems
More New Products
E-mail Newsletters
Stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and medical news from Medcompare.
Newsletter Archives
Aesthetics
Cardiovascular
Cataract
Diagnostics
General Surgery
Glaucoma
Medical News
Neurological
Oncology
Ophthalmology
Optometry
Orthopedics
Point of Care Testing
Refractive
Urology
Your e-mail address:
HTML-formatted
Text-only
> > Resources

Medical Resources

Below is a listing of links to other informative web sites, sorted by Professional Societies, Journals, Additional Resources.
Professional Societies
American College of Cardiology
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is a professional society of over 28,000 cardiovascular physicians and scientists from around the world that support ACC's mission, "to foster optimal cardiovascular care and disease prevention through professional education, promotion of research, leadership in the development of standards and guidelines and the formulation of health care policy."
North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology
International professional group for cardiac pacing and electrophysiology professionals and patients. Patient Information Center provides wide-ranging information on heart rhythm disorders.
Heart Rhythm Society
Society for Vascular Ultrasound
Professional society representing vascular technologists, vascular surgeons, vascular lab managers, nurses, and other allied medical ultrasound professionals. Since its founding in 1977, SVU has been dedicated to the advancement of noninvasive vascular technology used in the diagnosis of vascular disease, through education programs, publications, and certification.
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc.
The world’s largest professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence in patient care by advancing laser applications and related technologies. The vision of ASLMS is to be the world’s preeminent resource for laser research, education, technology and clinical knowledge.
Association of Women Surgeons
Through various networking forums, we support the exchange of experiences, advice and strategies among female surgeons around the world. Many of us remain isolated from our female colleagues in spite of the rising number of women in surgery. AWS members are intelligent, hard working, energetic women committed to be the best they can be in all facets of their lives. With diverse interests and lifestyles, each woman shares a commitment to excellence in surgery.
Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery
The Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery (SCVS) is composed of surgeons who are actively involved in the clinical practice of vascular surgery. The purpose of the Society is to advance the art and science of vascular surgery; to provide a forum for vascular surgeons, and to improve the delivery of health care in vascular disease.
International Atherosclerosis Society
The International Atherosclerosis Society (IAS), incorporated in 1979, promotes, at an international level, the advancement of science, research, and teaching in the field of atherosclerosis.

The IAS endeavors to achieve these objectives by promoting the exchange of existing knowledge; encouraging new research ventures and interdisciplinary approaches; establishing visiting fellowships for young investigators; fostering the dissemination of knowledge by organizing international symposia, workshops, courses, and meetings; and through the association with a scientific journal.

International Society On Hypertension In Blacks
"The International Society on Hypertension in Blacks (ISHIB) is a unique, not-for-profit, professional, medical, membership society, whose mission is to improve the health and life expectancy of ethnic minority populations around the world.

ISHIB delivers to an international community of individuals, agencies, and organizations representing multiple health disciplines within the medical arena, targeting not only African Americans but other under-served populations as well.

ISHIB is devoted to reaching the professional health care and lay communities through its mission, scientific excellence, programs, health information and publications."

Society For Vascular Surgery
The Society for Vascular Surgery seeks to advance excellence and innovation in vascular health through education, advocacy, research and public awareness. The organization was founded in 1947 and merged with the American Association for Vascular Surgery in 2003.

The Society currently has a membership of more than 2,200 vascular surgeons. Membership in the Society is widely recognized in the vascular community as a mark of professional achievement.

International College of Angiology
The International College of Angiology is an association of scientists from all parts of the world, working in the field of vascular medicine and surgery, dedicated to the continued advancement and education in Angiology. The College was founded in 1958, in order to encourage, support, and facilitate research and education in the problems of vascular disease.
American Association Of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Founded in 1985, the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) is dedicated to the professional development of its members, through information, networking, and educational opportunities. Central to the mission is the improvement in the quality of life for patients and their families.
Heart Failure Society of America
The Heart Failure Society of America, Inc. (HFSA) represents the first organized effort by heart failure experts from the Americas to provide a forum for all those interested in heart function, heart failure, and congestive heart failure (CHF) research and patient care.
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
The American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC) is a professional society, international in scope, which provides its members with a variety of continuing medical education programs related to nuclear cardiology and cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), promotes accreditation and certification in nuclear cardiology and is the principal advocacy voice for the profession.

ASNC was founded in 1993 by a group of nuclear cardiology specialists who sensed the need for a professional society dedicated solely to the needs of those who perform these procedures. Currently, there are more than 4,700 ASNC members in good standing. ASNC is an individual member society comprised of physicians, scientists, technologists, computer specialists and other personnel who work in the nuclear cardiology field. ASNC is truly international in scope with several hundred members residing in countries other than the United States.

American College Of Chest Physicians
Founded in 1935, the ACCP has always been in the forefront of cardiopulmonary medicine. The mission of the ACCP is to promote the prevention and treatment of diseases of the chest through leadership, education, research, and communication.
American Venous Forum
Founded in 1988, the American Venous Forum provides a serious academic colloquium to physicians interested in the research, education, and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. The Forum membership includes more than 225 board-certified vascular surgeons who have an accomplished record of interest and contribution to the management of venous disease. The mission of the American Venous Forum is to improve the care of patients with venous and lymphatic disorders by providing a forum dedicated to education and to the exchange of information concerning basic and clinical research pertaining to the venous and lymphatic systems.
Arthroscopy Association of North America
The Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) exists to "promote, encourage, support and foster ... the development and dissemination of knowledge ... of arthroscopic surgery in order to improve upon the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculo-skeletal system.
American Association for Thoracic Surgery
The American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) was founded in 1917 by representatives from the specialties of Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Roentgenology, Broncho and Esophagoscopy and Anesthesia, to foster the evolution of an interest in surgery of the Thorax. Since that date, the AATS has continually encouraged and stimulated education and investigation into the areas of intrathoracic physiology, pathology and therapy. Originally created by a group of twenty of the last century's earliest pioneers in the field of thoracic surgery, the AATS has now grown to an international organization of 1186 whose members consist of the world's foremost cardiothoracic surgeons representing 35 countries throughout the world.
American Thoracic Society
The American Thoracic Society, founded in 1905, is an independently incorporated, international, educational and scientific society which focuses on respiratory and critical care medicine. Today, the Society has approximately 13,500 members, 25 percent of whom are from outside the United States. The Society's members help prevent and fight respiratory disease around the globe through research, education, patient care, and advocacy. The Society's long-range goal is to decrease morbidity and mortality from respiratory disorders and life-threatening acute illnesses.
Journals
AmericanHeart Journal
American Heart Journal has been a trusted resource for cardiologists and general practice physicians for more than 70 years. The Journal focuses its content to respond to the information needs of the cardiology community. In addition to publishing results of important clinical investigations, the Journal addresses such topics as cost-effectiveness, design of clinical trials, reports of negative clinical trials, and the changing organization of medical care. "AHJ at the Meetings" reports the key findings from major cardiovascular meetings, providing readers with ready access to the most recent clinical research data.
Editor in Chief: Robert M. Califf, MD
Editor: Daniel B. Mark, MD
Established: 1925
Published:Monthly
Online ISSN: 1097-6744
Print ISSN: 0002-8703
Annals of Thoracic Surgery
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery provides outstanding original coverage of recent progress in chest and cardiovascular surgery and related fields. As the official journal of two of the largest American associations in its specialty (the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association), this leading monthly enjoys outstanding editorial leadership and maintains rigorous selection standards.
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis brings together from all sources papers concerned with research and investigation on atherosclerosis, its complications, and related diseases, including: lipoprotein metabolism, arterial and vascular biology and disease, thrombosis, inflammation, disorders of lipid transport, diabetes and hypertension as related to atherosclerosis, and cardiovascular risk factors. The editors are also interested in clinical papers dealing with case studies of specific or general interest, new or unusual lipid syndromes, and the genetic basis and familial incidence of atherosclerosis and related diseases. High quality reports of controlled clinical trials of drugs or diets will be considered provided the paper deals with the mechanism of action of the drug or diet.
Today in Cardiology
Cath Lab Digest
Readers of Cath Lab Digest are passionate about our publication as well as their work. CLD offers both continuous education and a forum through which professionals share information on best practices, the latest procedures, and ongoing concerns. Articles undergo a double-blind peer review process by members of the advisory Editorial Board and Clinical Editor Reginald Low, MD. Comprehensive departments, cutting-edge features, and an emphasis on professional exchanges ensure that Cath Lab Digest captures reader interest with every issue.
Cardiology in Review
Edited by some of the world's best-known authorities, Cardiology in Review offers reviews on the conditions and problems encountered by practicing cardiologists. Six times a year readers are kept up-to-date with the latest reports from the forefront of the field. Articles are clearly written and clinically focused. Cardiology in Review publishes both in-depth reviews and clinical cases on a variety of topics within cardiology with the goal of synthesizing the large volume of information in the literature for the practicing clinician.
CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology
Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy
Designed to objectively cover the world of cardiovascular pharmacology and therapy, and to bring you the information you need most in a timely and useful format, Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy takes a fresh and energetic look at advances in this dynamic field. Homing in on the most exciting work being done on new therapeutic agents, heart failure, hypertension and acute myocardial infarction, among others, Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy is an authoritative source of current and relevant news that is indispensable for cardiologists seeking to best serve their patients.

Providing you with a single, concise reference tool acknowledged to be among the finest in the world, Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy is listed in Current Contents and Index Medicus, the regular articles and frequent free supplementary issues equip you with an up-to-date source defined by the need for accurate information on an ever-changing field. Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy is a careful and accurate guide through the maze of new products and therapies which furnishes you with the details on cardiovascular pharmacology that you will refer to time and time again.

Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions
Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions is an international journal covering the broad field of cardiovascular diseases. Subject material includes basic and clinical information that is derived from or related to invasive and interventional coronary or peripheral vascular techniques. The journal focuses on material that will be of immediate practical value to physicians providing patient care in the clinical laboratory setting. To accomplish this, the journal publishes Preliminary Reports and Work In Progress articles that complement the traditional Original Studies, Case Reports, and Comprehensive Reviews. Perspective and insight concerning controversial subjects and evolving technologies are provided regularly through Editorial Commentaries furnished by members of the Editorial Board and other experts. Articles are subject to double-blind peer review and complete editorial evaluation prior to any decision regarding acceptability.
Circulation
Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology
Circulation Research
Hypertension
Stroke
Journal Watch Cardiology
Journal Watch Cardiology summarizes important medical journal articles about a wide variety of cardiology subjects, including hypertension, stroke, angina, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, myocardial infarction, and coronary artery disease.
Journal of Refractive Surgery
Additional Resources
Heart1.com
Heart1.com, a Body1, Inc. KnowCo, offers comprehensive cardiac care information, accomplished through news features, technology reports, searchable databases of the most prevalent cardiac conditions and possible treatments as well as interactive tools where patients can tell their stories and ask experts questions.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
The material presented on ACLS.net is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for formal ACLS training, nor is it intended as advice or directions for delivering medical treatment. Established practices at your institution may vary from the information presented on ACLS.net.
ECG Library
This WWW resource will be a library of ECG recordings, many in full 12-lead format. To display the images on a computer screen some of the clarity is lost but those that are shown have been chosen carefully to prevent any loss of important detail. The size of larger files is shown.
Braunwald Atlas of Heart Diseases
The Braunwald Atlas of Heart Diseases Online brings you dozens of clinical, radiographic, pathologic and histologic images that will transform your presentations and lectures. Every image is accompanied by state-of-the-art information and expert perspectives on topical issues, written and reviewed by distinguished editors.
Cardiosource
A unique collaboration between the American College of Cardiology Foundation and Elsevier has produced the most comprehensive online cardiovascular information and educational resource available. An integrated real-time cardiology resource, Cardiosource enables cardiovascular professionals to easily stay up-to-date with the most relevant research findings and best practices, with analysis and commentary by experts in the field to help put the findings in perspective for immediate application in practice.
Medi-Smart
A comprehensive site for nurses featuring nursing jobs, online nursing continuing education, RN - BSN Degrees, scrubs, ACLS training programs & tutorials, active nursing forums, medical humor, and extensive resources for student nurses and specialty nurses.
The Doctor's Lounge
Listing of top medical websites.
DrugInfo
Search engine for finding drug information.
PubMed
Medical publication search engine.
Back to Top
Advertisement