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datetime=\"2010-12-02\">\u0394\u03b5\u03ba\u03ad\u03bc\u03b2\u03c1\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2010<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b4f2819 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b4f2819\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">Rethinking Stem Cell Therapy<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b4f2ba0 .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b4f2ba0\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>Professor Theo Kofidis addresses the challenges of advanced heart disease treatment and explores the potential of stem cell therapies. Emphasising the limitations of current treatments, Professor Kofidis highlights the promise of using stem cells to restore heart muscle function. He discusses innovative approaches, such as combining stem cells with anti-inflammatory drugs and antioxidants, which have shown promising results in improving heart function in animal studies. Professor Kofidis&#8217;s team has received a grant to further these experiments, aiming to refine techniques before moving to human trials. This underscores a hopeful outlook for advancing heart disease treatment through pioneering biomedical research.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b4f36a3{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/myprojects.gr\/kofidis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2010-Rethinking.webp\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b4f36a3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">The Straits Times<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-2 span_1_of_2 post-1993 type-press_articles article_year-52\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b500cbd{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b500cbd\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2013-03-02\">\u039c\u03ac\u03c1\u03c4\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2013<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b500f56 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b500f56\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">From Six Cuts To One<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b50123c .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b50123c\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>(Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis has introduced a groundbreaking single-incision technique for repairing faulty heart valves at the National University Heart Centre, Singapore. Traditionally, surgeries for mitral and tricuspid valve diseases required multiple incisions. However, (Adj) Professor Kofidis has streamlined the procedure to involve just one 6 cm incision between the ribs, eliminating the need for additional ports. This innovative approach uses modified surgical tools, including a flexible steel plate to hold the heart incision open and a specialised aortic cross clamp. Besides improving cosmetic outcomes, the technique aims to reduce surgical complications and recovery time, setting a new standard in minimally invasive cardiac surgery.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b5018f7{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/singapore\/from-six-cuts-to-one\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b5018f7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">The Strits Times<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-1 span_1_of_2 post-2001 type-press_articles article_year-53\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b5022c6{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b5022c6\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2021-07-02\">\u0399\u03bf\u03cd\u03bb\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2021<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b50250e .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b50250e\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">Singapore Set \u03a4\u03bf Revolutionise Heart Valve Surgery With Personalised Implant<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b50277b .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b50277b\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>(Ad)) Professor Theo Kofidis has led a team of clinician-scientists in developing SingValve, a groundbreaking personalised mitral valve bioprosthesis. This innovative valve closely mimics the human mitral valve&#8217;s appearance, form, and physical properties. The project, awarded \u03b1 $4.9 million grant from the National Research Foundation Singapore (NRF), aims to advance product verification and validation through extensive testing and comparative studies. First-in-human trials are expected<br \/>\nby 2023. Singvalve&#8217;s success could significantly boost Singapore&#8217;s MedTech industry, creating jobs and enhancing medical tourism.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b50305a{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/biospectrumasia.com\/news\/101\/18514\/singapore-set-to-revolutionise-heart-valve-surgery-with-personalised-implant-.html\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b50305a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">BioSpectrum Asia<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-2 span_1_of_2 post-2002 type-press_articles article_year-53\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b503947{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b503947\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2021-07-08\">\u0399\u03bf\u03cd\u03bb\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2021<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b503b88 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b503b88\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">First Naturally-designed and Personalised Bioprosthesis SingValve<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b503d8f .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b503d8f\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>(Ad)) Professor Theo Kofidis led a team that developed SingValve, a personalised mitral valve bioprosthesis. SingValve mimics a human mitral valve&#8217;s appearance and properties, based on patient scans. Awarded \u03b1 USD 3.6 million (SGD 4.9 million) grant from the National Research Foundation Singapore (NRF), the project will advance through product verification and validation. First-in-human trials are expected by 2023. Singvalve aims to revolutionise heart valve surgery, boosting Singapore&#8217;s<br \/>\nMedTech industry and medical tourism.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b504396{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asiaone.com\/business\/first-naturally-designed-and-personalised-bioprosthesis-singvalve-set-revolutionise-heart\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b504396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">AsiaOne<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-1 span_1_of_2 post-2003 type-press_articles article_year-53\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b504e2a{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b504e2a\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2021-07-20\">\u0399\u03bf\u03cd\u03bb\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2021<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b505146 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b505146\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">NUHS Team Creates Heart Valve Bioprosthesis Mimicking Native Part<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b505354 .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b505354\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>(Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis, leading a team at the National University Health System (NUHS) in Singapore, spearheaded the development of SingValve, a groundbreaking mitral valve bioprosthesis. This innovative implant, designed to mimic the natural human mitral valve, addresses the limitations of current artificial valves by offering flexibility and customization based on individual patient needs. Under his leadership, Singvalve has received significant funding from the NRF Central Gap Fund to advance through rigorous testing and validation stages, aiming for first-in human trials by 2023. (Adj) Professor Kofidis emphasises Singvalve&#8217;s potential to set new standards in cardiac surgery, positioning Singapore \u03b1\u03c2 a hub for cutting-edge medical technology and innovation.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b50597e{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldevice-network.com\/news\/nuhs-heart-valve-bioprosthesis\/\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b50597e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">Medical Device Network<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-2 span_1_of_2 post-2005 type-press_articles article_year-54\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b506249{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b506249\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2022-02-02\">\u03a6\u03b5\u03b2\u03c1\u03bf\u03c5\u03ac\u03c1\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2022<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b5064b5 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b5064b5\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">New Invention \u0391 Plus For Heart Surgery<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b506695 .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b506695\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>(Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis introduces the Endopsis system, a groundbreaking innovation in minimally invasive heart surgery. This flexible, miniature video camera, integrated into a surgical instrument, replaces bulky camera systems, reducing trauma and hastening recovery for patients. The Endopsis system, developed at the National University Heart Centre Singapore, allows for fewer incisions, a clearer operative field, and has shown promising results in clinical trials, significantly advancing heart surgery techniques and patient outcomes.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b506cae{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/singapore\/new-invention-a-plus-for-heart-surgery-reducing-trauma-and-hastening-recovery\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b506cae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">The Straits Times<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-1 span_1_of_2 post-2006 type-press_articles article_year-55\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b50751b{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b50751b\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2023-03-02\">\u039c\u03ac\u03c1\u03c4\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2023<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b507754 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b507754\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">Simulation Centre To Train Cardiothoracic Surgeons Opens<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b507930 .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b507930\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>(Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis, leading the Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular Surgery Simulation Centre at NUHCS, emphasises its role in training surgeons on advanced cardiothoracic and vascular techniques. The centre, equipped with digital and mechanical simulators, aims to shorten the learning curve for complex surgeries like minimally invasive mitral valve procedures. It accommodates over 1,000 clinicians annually from various countries, enhancing skills crucial for modern surgical practices while reducing training time on real patients.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b507ed8{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/singapore\/simulation-centre-to-train-cardiothora\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b507ed8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">The Straits Times<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-2 span_1_of_2 post-2008 type-press_articles article_year-55\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b5086fc{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b5086fc\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2023-05-02\">\u039c\u03ac\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2023<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b50892c .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b50892c\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">May New Surgical Techniques Set To Revolutionise Heart Surgery<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b508afe .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b508afe\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>(Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis introduces &#8220;The Singapore Correction,&#8221; a set of 12 innovative techniques aimed at standardising and simplifying mitral valve repair surgery. These intuitive methods reduce the risk of repair failures and make the procedure more accessible to less experienced surgeons, potentially lowering the threshold for successful mitral valve repairs. Inspired by Greek mythology and Roman architecture, these techniques enhance consistency in patient outcomes and have already<br \/>\nshown promising results in clinical applications, marking a significant advancement in cardiac surgery.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b50912b{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nuhsplus.edu.sg\/article\/new-surgical-techniques-set-to-revolutionise-heart-surgery\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b50912b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">NUHS+<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-1 span_1_of_2 post-2009 type-press_articles article_year-55\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b509a4f{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b509a4f\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2023-06-02\">\u0399\u03bf\u03cd\u03bd\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2023<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b509ce3 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b509ce3\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">Frontiers Of Cardiac Surgery<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b509f13 .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b509f13\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>In an initiative led by (Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis, the National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS), is advancing cardiac surgery through the CTVS Simulation Centre, which provides realistic training with over 20 types of simulators. This initiative enhances surgeon skills in a safe environment, bridging the gap between theoretical learning and real-life practice. Additionally, (Adj) Professor Kofidis has developed &#8220;The Singapore Correction,&#8221; a series of 12 novel mitral valve surgery techniques designed to standardise procedures and improve patient outcomes.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<style>.vcex-button.vcex_6a66b6b50a53d{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color)!important;font-size:16px;font-style:italic;}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nuh.com.sg\/health-resources\/newsletter\/envisioninghealth---changing-lives-one-idea-at-a-time\/frontiers-of-cardiac-surgery\" class=\"vcex-button theme-txt-link wpex-inline-block inline vcex_6a66b6b50a53d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">National University Hospital<\/span><\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry col col-2 span_1_of_2 post-2010 type-press_articles article_year-55\"><div class=\"wpex-card wpex-card-template_1915\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1783604332551 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex wpex-relative wpex-vc_row-has-fill wpex-vc_row-col-mb-0 wpex-vc_row-mx-0\" style=\"background-color:var(--wpex-palette-54-color)!important;border-color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color)!important;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><style>.vcex-post-meta.vcex_6a66b6b50aea4{color:var(--wpex-palette-56-color);font-size:18px;}<\/style><ul class=\"vcex-post-meta meta vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-child-inherit-color wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b50aea4\"><li class=\"meta-date\"><span class=\"meta-icon wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M152 24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128v16 48V448c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64H384c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64V192 144 128c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64H344V24c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24V64H152V24zM48 192H400V448c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16H64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16V192z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><time datetime=\"2023-11-02\">\u039d\u03bf\u03ad\u03bc\u03b2\u03c1\u03b9\u03bf\u03c2, 2023<\/time><\/li><\/ul><style>.vcex-page-title.vcex_6a66b6b50b109 .vcex-page-title__heading{color:var(--wpex-palette-55-color);font-size:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-page-title vcex-module wpex-mb-15 vcex_6a66b6b50b109\"><h1 class=\"vcex-page-title__heading wpex-heading wpex-text-3xl\"><span class=\"vcex-page-title__text\">Minimally Invasive Myocardial Bridge Unroofing<\/span><\/h1><\/div><style>.vcex-post-content.vcex_6a66b6b50b30d .vcex-post-content-c{font-size:16px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"vcex-post-content vc_custom_1783604650074 vcex_6a66b6b50b30d\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"vcex-post-content-c wpex-clr\"><p>In this podcast, (Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis discusses the complexities of myocardial bridges and the advancements in minimally invasive heart surgery. 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