Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care invites physicians to a new Heart & Vascular Lecture Series webinar hosted by Baptist Health International. Join Ashok Kumar C J, M.D., Director of the Aortic Disease Center, for a forward-looking conversation on where complex aortic surgery is headed and what it means for clinical decision-making in the year ahead.
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Complex Aortic Surgery in 2026: Current Trends, Emerging Technology, and the Future
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
4:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time)
Speaker
· Ashok Kumar C J, M.D., Director of the Aortic Disease Center at Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care
Moderators
- Rogelio E. Ribas, M.D., Corporate Vice President, Baptist Health International
- Galed Hakim, M.D., MBA, DHSc, Assistant Vice President, International Healthcare Partnerships and Insurance Development, Baptist Health International
What to expect
This physician-focused session will highlight the evolving landscape of aortic care, including:
· Current trends shaping complex aortic surgical strategy
· Emerging technology influencing planning, technique, and outcomes
· What’s next for multidisciplinary aortic programs and patient care pathways
· Practical takeaways you can apply to referral decisions, care coordination, and long-term management
Why this matters:
Aortic disease management is changing quickly, and staying current helps teams align on the safest, most effective approaches for increasingly complex patients. This session is designed to provide timely insights, plus a clear look at what’s on the horizon.
Registration (required)
· Webinar ID: 918 3055 0608
· Password: 540826
Questions? Contact Yamila Zabala at YamilaPe@BaptistHealth.net or 305-582-0421.
Learn more about our Center for Aortic Disease
Visit BaptistHealth.net/AorticCare for additional information and resources.
