A cardiac surgeon teams up with a cardiologist who specializes in electrophysiology to offer a new solution for people with atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm. The "convergent procedure," which is offered at Upstate University Hospital, is discussed with Drs. Randall Green and Aqeel Sandhu. The two cardiac surgeons also talk about minimally invasive techniques that are available for cardiac bypass surgery.
Also on the show this week: the role of standardized patients and how to become one, plus an overview of Medicare -- including where to get help or information.
Tune in this Sunday, September 9 at 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. for "HealthLink on Air."