Dr. Anjali Vaidya discusses pulmonary hypertension at ACC 2026 Scientific Sessions

Anjali Vaidya, Professor, Medicine, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Anjali Vaidya, Professor, Medicine, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
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Anjali Vaidya, MD, Director of the Advanced Pulmonary Hypertension, Right Heart Failure and CTEPH Program at Temple University Hospital, spoke about pulmonary arterial hypertension diagnosis and management on Apr. 17 during an interview with HCPLive at the 2026 American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions.

The discussion focused on current guidelines for pulmonary arterial hypertension and explored ways to make these recommendations more accessible to clinicians who are new to the field.

Vaidya highlighted her experience as both a physician and program director in treating complex cases involving right heart failure and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH).

No additional background or context was provided regarding changes in guidelines or specific challenges faced by clinicians entering this area of medicine.

The conversation reflects ongoing efforts within the medical community to ensure that up-to-date information is available for healthcare professionals managing patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.



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