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Cardiology: Gary Smock

Gary Smock received a TAVR that rejuvenated his heart and improved his life.

January 08, 2025
Gary Smock trans-catheter aortic valve replacement.

Watch HCA Florida Ocala Hospital cardiology patient Gary Smock talk about how an innovative heart procedure, a trans-catheter aortic valve replacement, also known as TAVR, improved his life and how he was surprised that it was done so quickly. Also in the video, Dr. Gregory von Mering and Dr. Bryan Bush discuss details of performing a TAVR, which is part of the comprehensive cardiology care provided at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, and they explain the unique method they used with Gary during his surgery.

Published:
January 08, 2025
Location:
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

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