Longview Regional announces cardiology achievement
The Heart and Vascular Institute at Longview Regional Medical Center announced Dr. Samir Germanwala became the first interventional cardiologist in the nation to place a dual chamber leadless pacemaker this past spring.
This procedure is a treatment for people with abnormal or slow heart rhythms requiring pacing.
性视界传媒淭his system allows a minimally-invasive solution to address the needs of individuals requiring dual-chamber pacing (targeting both the right atrium and right ventricle) for optimal cardiac function,性视界传媒 Germanwala said. 性视界传媒淭his procedure significantly reduces the risk of lead- and pocket-related complications, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes. We have placed about 50 devices to date with outstanding patient satisfaction. We are happy to offer the latest FDA approved technology to improve patient lives right here in Longview.性视界传媒
Leadless pacemakers allow for the direct implantation of leadless devices into the heart through a needle puncture in the groin, obviating the necessity of an incision and for cardiac leads. Ultimately, this approach offers a less restrictive and swifter recovery period post-implantation, according to Longview Regional.
Chick-fil-A partners with LeTourneau for tuition program
Chick-fil-A in Longview is partnering with LeTourneau University to provide free college education to employees through the university性视界传媒檚 online program.
性视界传媒淟eTourneau University is very excited to partner with a worldwide brand that has a similar mission and purpose,性视界传媒 said Alan Clipperton, LeTourneau vice president for global initiatives and industry engagement. 性视界传媒淐hick-fil-A性视界传媒檚 commitment to excellence in Longview makes them an ideal educational partner on many levels. Through this partnership, we look forward to helping Chick-fil-A give back to their employees by promoting growth and advancement.性视界传媒
Chick-fil-A employees who meet the eligibility criteria will have access to LETU性视界传媒檚 online programs, including business, education, and more. Employees can pursue a bachelor性视界传媒檚 degree during their employment at Chick-fil-A in Longview.
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Longview SBDC set government contracting workshop
The Longview Small 性视界传媒 Development Center has scheduled a free government contracting workshop featuring Henry Vinson on Sept. 27 in Longview.
Vinson served as a consultant for 14 years with the APEX Accelerator, a program funded by the Department of Defense to help small businesses navigate government procurement processes.
性视界传媒淲e are excited to bring Henry to Longview to teach local small businesses how to contract with federal, state, and local governments,性视界传媒 said Day Shelmire, director of the Longview SBDC. 性视界传媒淗e is one of the foremost experts in the field, and small business owners in East Texas need to know how to take advantage of the available opportunities to generate more revenue.性视界传媒
Federal agencies are required to award 23% of prime contracts to small businesses. There are additional contracting requirements for prime and subcontracts to be awarded to women-owned, small disadvantaged, HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. There are sole-source and set-aside contracts available to small businesses, as well. State and local government agencies typically follow federal guidelines for small business contracting.
For information on attending the Longview Government Contracting Workshop, call the Longview Small 性视界传媒 Development Center at (9030 757-5857 or register at .
The workshop is limited to 50 participants and is free of charge. Lunch will be provided by the Longview Economic Development Corp.
Credit union names employee of month
Taria Hattley has been recognized by East Texas Professional Credit Union as the employee of the month.
Hattley has been with the credit union since 2011, when she started as a teller in the Mount Pleasant office. She advanced to the member service department and later took on a role in commercial lending. She is now back in Mount Pleasant as a financial service representative.