https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-rss/?orgId=119989&title=Latest+News A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at VAMOS Lab en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Thu, 14 May 2026 22:37:21 Z https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/novel-integrative-centers-address-cardiovascular-mental-2026a10007z9 https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/novel-integrative-centers-address-cardiovascular-mental-2026a10007z9 Kim Smolderen, PhD, professor of medicine (cardiovascular medicine), started the Yale Medicine Heart and Vascular Psychology and Wellbeing Clinic in New Haven — a pilot program that offers mental health services within the cardiology clinic itself. This clinic reflects a broader, though still uneven, movement to close the long-standing gap between cardiovascular medicine and mental health care. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-landscape-carotid-artery-disease-treatment/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-landscape-carotid-artery-disease-treatment/ Carlos Mena, MD, professor of medicine (cardiovascular medicine), is the site principal investigator for CREST-2, a clinical trial that aims to compare different methods of stroke prevention to determine the safest and most effective treatment options for individuals with carotid artery disease. In a Q&A, Mena discusses his work in the clinical trial and shares new findings that could potentially change the landscape for treating the disease. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-about-mental-health-and-heart-care/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-about-mental-health-and-heart-care/ Kim Smolderen, PhD, MSc, professor of medicine (cardiovascular medicine) at Yale School of Medicine, discusses mental health for patients with heart conditions. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-clinic-provides-mental-health-care-for-patients-with-heart-conditions/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-clinic-provides-mental-health-care-for-patients-with-heart-conditions/ A new clinic, the Yale Medicine Heart and Vascular Psychology and Wellbeing Clinic, expands access and provides integrated psychological care for people with heart conditions. Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-professors-department-of-internal-medicine-june-2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-professors-department-of-internal-medicine-june-2025/ Congratulations to the new professors in the Department of Internal Medicine! Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/internal-medicine-promotions-appointments-may-2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/internal-medicine-promotions-appointments-may-2025/ Congratulations to the Yale Department of Internal Medicine faculty members who were recently promoted, appointed, or reappointed. Tue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-professors-in-the-department-of-internal-medicine-february-2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/new-professors-in-the-department-of-internal-medicine-february-2025/ The Yale Department of Internal Medicine is pleased to highlight the following professors: Carlos Mena, MD, Edward Miller, MD, PhD, Yibing Qyang, PhD, and Jeffrey Testani, MD, MTR. Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://professional.heart.org/en/science-news/understanding-the-pain-experience-and-treatment-considerations-along-the-spectrum-of-pad https://professional.heart.org/en/science-news/understanding-the-pain-experience-and-treatment-considerations-along-the-spectrum-of-pad Kim Smolderen, PhD, discusses the new American Heart Association statement on the complexities of pain management in patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), emphasizing the need for a biopsychosocial perspective and multidisciplinary treatment strategies. Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/integrating-behavioral-health-into-heart-care-matthew-burg-phd/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/integrating-behavioral-health-into-heart-care-matthew-burg-phd/ Matthew M. Burg, PhD, professor of medicine (cardiovascular medicine), has spent much of his career investigating how stress and psychological experiences contribute to heart disease and heart disease outcomes. Burg, a clinical psychologist, was recently elected president of the Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research, an organization of scholars elected by their peers in recognition of their work to advance the broad field of behavioral health. In the following Q&A, he speaks about his presidency, recent research, and aspirations for better integrating behavioral and psychological health into cardiovascular medicine. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/yale-researchers-at-american-heart-association-scientific-session-2024/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/yale-researchers-at-american-heart-association-scientific-session-2024/ Yale faculty, trainees, postdocs, and students will present research at the upcoming American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in Chicago later this month. Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/microvasculature-imaging-peripheral-artery-disease/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/microvasculature-imaging-peripheral-artery-disease/ Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is the narrowing of blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart to the arms, hands, legs, and feet. Often associated with poor outcomes such as amputation, cardiac arrest, and mortality, PAD remains a significant disorder globally with limited understanding of risk factors for its development and severity. Recent studies have identified microvasculature health as important to the pathogenesis and outcomes of PAD. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/peripheral-artery-disease-treatment-changing-status-quo/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/peripheral-artery-disease-treatment-changing-status-quo/ Chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) is the most advanced form of peripheral artery disease (PAD). A new paper from Yale researchers investigates the factors that impact mortality in patients with CLTI. In the following interview, they highlight the findings of their new paper and discuss why the field of medicine should adjust its approach to caring for patients with CLTI. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/aha-renal-denervation-effective-hypertension-treatment/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/aha-renal-denervation-effective-hypertension-treatment/ The American Heart Association (AHA) recently published a scientific statement reviewing the current clinical data surrounding renal denervation as a therapeutic option for hypertension. The statement, co-authored by Carlos Mena-Hurtado, MD, associate professor of medicine (cardiovascular medicine), concludes that renal denervation is an effective treatment for many patients with a favorable immediate safety profile. Mon, 05 Aug 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/yale-research-2024-american-college-cardiology/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/yale-research-2024-american-college-cardiology/ Yale faculty and trainees will present clinical research at the upcoming American College of Cardiology Scientific Meeting. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/healthcare-systems-should-integrate-mental-healthcare-into-treatment-of-peripheral-artery-disease/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/healthcare-systems-should-integrate-mental-healthcare-into-treatment-of-peripheral-artery-disease/ People with peripheral artery disease (PAD) have higher rates of mental health problems than the general population. Integrating mental health care into PAD treatment is essential to caring for people with PAD and may also improve their cardiovascular outcomes, argues an American Heart Association scientific statement, which Yale faculty co-authored. Mon, 02 Oct 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/peripheral-artery-disease-is-poorly-understood-and-yale-researchers-are-striving-for-answers/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/peripheral-artery-disease-is-poorly-understood-and-yale-researchers-are-striving-for-answers/ PAD deserves attention for various reasons, including the fact that people who have the condition are more likely to experience a heart attack or stroke. Risk factors for PAD are wide-ranging. People who have diabetes, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, or atherosclerosis are among those at increased risk for the condition. Current smoking is linked to a two- to three-fold increase in risk. Fri, 08 Sep 2023 21:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/leg-pain-due-to-peripheral-artery-disease-pad-may-curb-physical-activity-increasing-risk-for-depression/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/leg-pain-due-to-peripheral-artery-disease-pad-may-curb-physical-activity-increasing-risk-for-depression/ A "surprising" new study says PAD symptoms may affect mental health. Tue, 05 Sep 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/future-cardiologists-join-the-yale-cardiovascular-medicine-fellowship-program/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/future-cardiologists-join-the-yale-cardiovascular-medicine-fellowship-program/ Edward J. Miller, MD, PhD and Parul Gandhi, MD, welcome eleven outstanding trainees. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/peripheral-artery-disease-risk-factors-are-higher-in-underrepresented-groups/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/peripheral-artery-disease-risk-factors-are-higher-in-underrepresented-groups/ The risk is increased because health variables and socioeconomic differences make receiving medical attention or even preventive care harder for these communities. Such situations as a lack of health insurance and delays in seeking primary care can contribute to the development of the disease and its serious complications. Thu, 29 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.dicardiology.com/content/american-heart-association-releases-scientific-statement-reducing-disparities-peripheral https://www.dicardiology.com/content/american-heart-association-releases-scientific-statement-reducing-disparities-peripheral The scientific statement focuses on the value of routine tests to reduce disparities in peripheral artery disease (PAD) and amputation risk, summarizing racial and ethnic disparities in treatment of the disease. Wed, 21 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.hcplive.com/view/new-aha-scientific-statement-reviews-disparities-peripheral-artery-disease https://www.hcplive.com/view/new-aha-scientific-statement-reviews-disparities-peripheral-artery-disease The new scientific statement from the AHA indicates multiple social, economic, and health variables contribute to disparities in the development, diagnosis, and treatment of PAD. Tue, 20 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://newsroom.heart.org/news/nearly-1-in-3-black-adults-may-develop-pad-disparities-in-care-increase-amputation-risk https://newsroom.heart.org/news/nearly-1-in-3-black-adults-may-develop-pad-disparities-in-care-increase-amputation-risk Routine, low-cost testing may reduce disparities and health care costs for people with peripheral artery disease (PAD), according to new American Heart Association scientific statement. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.healio.com/news/cardiology/20230615/higher-peripheral-artery-disease-prevalence-worse-outcomes-persist-among-black-adults https://www.healio.com/news/cardiology/20230615/higher-peripheral-artery-disease-prevalence-worse-outcomes-persist-among-black-adults Black adults are more likely to undergo foot and leg amputations than white adults. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.heart.org/en/news/2023/06/15/routine-tests-may-reduce-disparities-in-peripheral-artery-disease-and-amputation-risk https://www.heart.org/en/news/2023/06/15/routine-tests-may-reduce-disparities-in-peripheral-artery-disease-and-amputation-risk Standard testing that is inexpensive may help reduce disparities in care and lower the amputation risk for people with peripheral artery disease, according to a new science report. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-faha/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-faha/ Carlos Mena-Hurtado, MD, specializes in the management of vascular disease and the advancement of cardiovascular health. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-aha-pvd-council/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-aha-pvd-council/ Carlos Mena-Hurtado, MD, has been appointed to serve on the American Heart Association (AHA) Council on Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) as a member at large of the PVD Leadership Committee and a member PVD Nominating Committee. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://vascularnews.com/new-biopsychosocial-roadmap-set-out-to-address-pad-treatment-and-mental-health-impacts/ https://vascularnews.com/new-biopsychosocial-roadmap-set-out-to-address-pad-treatment-and-mental-health-impacts/ A recent proposal has called for “whole-person, multidisciplinary interventions” for vascular specialty care services. Tue, 16 May 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/16-yale-cardiologists-are-among-connecticuts-2023-top-doctors-list/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/16-yale-cardiologists-are-among-connecticuts-2023-top-doctors-list/ Connecticut Magazine's 2023 ‘Top Doctors’ list includes 16 faculty in the Section of Cardiovascular Medicine. Mon, 08 May 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/prevencion-de-accidentes-cerebrovasculares/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/prevencion-de-accidentes-cerebrovasculares/ El Dr. Carlos Mena-Hurtado recibió un premio rally del centro de coordinación clínica por el liderazgo excepcional en el ensayo CREST-2. Tue, 02 May 2023 04:00:00 Z https://evtoday.com/news/community-distress-associated-with-risk-of-mortality-and-major-amputation-after-peripheral-vascular-intervention https://evtoday.com/news/community-distress-associated-with-risk-of-mortality-and-major-amputation-after-peripheral-vascular-intervention Distress is associated with an increased risk of mortality and major amputation after peripheral vascular intervention (PVI). Fri, 28 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-hurtado-appointed-to-svs-governing-council/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-hurtado-appointed-to-svs-governing-council/ Carlos Mena-Hurtado, MD, was appointed to serve on the Society for Vascular Surgery Patient Safety Organization (SVS PSO) Governing Council. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/yale-receives-clinical-coordinating-center-rally-award-for-crest-2-trial/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/yale-receives-clinical-coordinating-center-rally-award-for-crest-2-trial/ Carlos Mena-Hurtado, MD, received a Clinical Coordinating Center Rally award for outstanding leadership in the CREST-2 trial. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/john-spertus-to-speak-on-outcomes-research/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/john-spertus-to-speak-on-outcomes-research/ John Spertus, MD, MPH, an expert on the measurement of quality of care and health status in cardiovascular disease, will speak at the virtual VAMOS Research Meeting on Tuesday, April 18. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.acc.org/Membership/Sections-and-Councils/Fellows-in-Training-Section/Section-Updates/2023/04/12/21/32/Vascular-Medicine-After-IM-Training#.Z https://www.acc.org/Membership/Sections-and-Councils/Fellows-in-Training-Section/Section-Updates/2023/04/12/21/32/Vascular-Medicine-After-IM-Training#.Z Fellows play an important role in the rapidly evolving field of vascular medicine. Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/experts-raises-awareness-on-the-importance-of-mental-health-in-vascular-disease-care/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/experts-raises-awareness-on-the-importance-of-mental-health-in-vascular-disease-care/ The Council on Peripheral Vascular Disease expert perspective provides interventions to improve PAD outcomes and patient satisfaction. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:00:00 Z https://vascularspecialistonline.com/urgent-action-needed-to-improve-implementation-of-gdmt-for-pvi/ https://vascularspecialistonline.com/urgent-action-needed-to-improve-implementation-of-gdmt-for-pvi/ Almost one-half of the patients receiving a peripheral vascular intervention (PVI) between 2017 and 2018 were not on guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT). Thu, 23 Feb 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.tctmd.com/news/only-half-revascularized-pad-patients-receive-gdmt https://www.tctmd.com/news/only-half-revascularized-pad-patients-receive-gdmt Lack of clear evidence that it has limb-saving benefits may be part of the problem. Tue, 14 Feb 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/gaps-in-the-quality-of-vascular-care-can-worsen-long-term-health-outcomes/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/gaps-in-the-quality-of-vascular-care-can-worsen-long-term-health-outcomes/ Half of Medicare patients who underwent a procedure for symptom relief for peripheral vascular disease did not receive the recommended medical therapy for long-term cardiovascular risk management. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/four-medical-students-explore-vascular-health-outcomes-research-at-yale/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/four-medical-students-explore-vascular-health-outcomes-research-at-yale/ Yale medical students develop clinical and research skills at Yale’s Vascular Medicine OutcomeS (VAMOS) lab. Wed, 08 Feb 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/most-read-content-of-november/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/most-read-content-of-november/ This month researchers examined hospital web page content about percutaneous closure of the left atrial appendage occlusion and clinical decision-making. Tue, 22 Nov 2022 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/best-cli-patients-who-are-expected-to-benefit-from-surgical-revascularization-safely-undergo-surgery/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/best-cli-patients-who-are-expected-to-benefit-from-surgical-revascularization-safely-undergo-surgery/ Bypass surgery in artiries leading to the legs was associated with a lower risk of cardiac events among patients with peripheral arterial disease who are candidates for two types of revascularization therapy, new research suggests. Mon, 07 Nov 2022 04:00:00 Z https://evtoday.com/news/association-of-depression-and-pad-outcomes-evaluated-in-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis https://evtoday.com/news/association-of-depression-and-pad-outcomes-evaluated-in-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis A systematic review and meta-analysis found a 24% increased risk of all-cause mortality and a trend toward an association between depression and major adverse limb events. Wed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/scierka-highlights-link-between-depression-and-peripheral-artery-disease-outcomes/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/scierka-highlights-link-between-depression-and-peripheral-artery-disease-outcomes/ A meta-analysis of 119,123 patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) demonstrates that depressive symptoms were associated with a 24 % increased risk of all-cause mortality. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/american-heart-association-statement-to-advance-peripheral-artery-disease-quality-of-care-and-outcomes/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/american-heart-association-statement-to-advance-peripheral-artery-disease-quality-of-care-and-outcomes/ The American Heart Association (AHA) released a scientific statement to advance the science and practice of PAD treatment. Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://newsroom.heart.org/news/symptoms-quality-of-life-important-to-guide-treatment-for-peripheral-artery-disease-pad https://newsroom.heart.org/news/symptoms-quality-of-life-important-to-guide-treatment-for-peripheral-artery-disease-pad New American Heart Association Scientific Statement provides an updated roadmap to patient-focused care for people with clogged leg arteries. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://www.healio.com/news/cardiology/20221013/aha-statement-pad-treatment-must-focus-on-patientreported-symptoms-quality-of-life https://www.healio.com/news/cardiology/20221013/aha-statement-pad-treatment-must-focus-on-patientreported-symptoms-quality-of-life Patient-reported outcome measures that assess a range of relevant domains such as health status and quality of life are vital for the comprehensive management of peripheral artery disease, according to a new scientific statement. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/982401 https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/982401 Patient-reported symptoms and quality of life should guide treatment for people in the United States living with peripheral artery disease (PAD), the American Heart Association (AHA) says. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/vamos-members-recognized-at-american-heart-association-annual-meeting/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/vamos-members-recognized-at-american-heart-association-annual-meeting/ The Vascular Medicine Outcomes (VAMOS) Program at Yale will present twelve abstracts at this year’s American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions in Chicago, IL. Tue, 04 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/vascade-closure-device-patient-characteristics-and-outcomes-similar-to-standard-of-care/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/vascade-closure-device-patient-characteristics-and-outcomes-similar-to-standard-of-care/ Safety and efficacy after using VASCADE closure device system was comparable with the standard treatment option for patients with severe peripheral artery disease. Thu, 22 Sep 2022 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-hurtado-and-smolderen-awarded-nih-grant-to-develop-integrated-pain-management-strategies-for-peripheral-artery-disease/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/vamos/news-article/mena-hurtado-and-smolderen-awarded-nih-grant-to-develop-integrated-pain-management-strategies-for-peripheral-artery-disease/ Kim G. Smolderen, PhD, has received a R21 National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health grant, Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:00:00 Z