Dr. Andrew Rudin

Think Before You Stent: Dr. Andrew Rudin on the Art of Thoughtful Cardiac Care

In the era of advanced cardiovascular interventions, stents have become one of the most widely used tools in modern medicine. These tiny mesh tubes, used to prop open narrowed or blocked arteries, have saved countless lives—especially during acute heart attacks when restoring blood flow quickly is essential. But while stents are life-saving in emergencies, their use in stable patients requires deeper consideration.