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National Destination for CTEPH Expertise

Advanced Pulmonary Hypertension and Pulmonary Vascular Disease Program

Temple is a nationally recognized Pulmonary Hypertension Association Center of Comprehensive Care, offering expert evaluation and management of all forms of pulmonary hypertension, including chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH). Temple is home to one of only a few dedicated CTEPH programs in the US and is the largest CTEPH center on the East Coast. Our Advanced Pulmonary Hypertension and Pulmonary Vascular Disease Program that treats patients with CTEPH is led by Dr. Anjali Vaidya and Dr. Parth Rali, bringing together the expertise of the Temple Heart & Vascular Institute and the Temple Lung Center to ensure a seamless, multidisciplinary approach.

Advanced Treatment Options for CTEPH

Left untreated, CTEPH carries a poor prognosis with life expectancy commonly reported at 1 – 3 years. Time and appropriate care can change that trajectory. At Temple, in addition to targeted medical therapy, we have surgical and procedural therapies to significantly reduce symptoms, restore function, and improve long term outcomes.

Pulmonary Thromboendarterectomy (PTE) – Surgical removal of blockages causing strain on the right heart.
Balloon Pulmonary Angioplasty (BPA) – Minimally invasive procedure to relieve heart strain caused by narrowed pulmonary arteries.
Heart and/or Lung Transplants – Access to heart, lung, or heart-lung transplantation for patients with severe cases.

Proven Outcomes and Experience

Experience matters when it comes to treating a complex disease like CTEPH.

Over 500 pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE) procedures performed with a 95% survival rate
Over 500 balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA) procedures performed with improvement in hemodynamics, functional capacity, oxygenation and quality of life
Over 1,300 heart transplants performed and over 1,600 lung transplants, leading the nation in volume and outcomes

Nationally Recognized Leadership

Temple has designed its transplant evaluation program to reduce barriers for both patients and their providers. We partner with referring physicians at every step, ensuring continuity of care and transparent communication.

Anjali Vaidya, MD, FACC, FASE, FACP

Professor of Medicine, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Internationally renowned in care of all forms of pulmonary hypertension

Parth M. Rali, MD, FCCP

Professor of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Expert in comprehensive, expedited care for high-risk pulmonary hypertension and embolism cases

Yoshiya Toyoda, MD, PhD

Professor of Surgery and William Maul Measey Chair of Surgery at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery and Surgical Director of Thoracic Transplantation at Temple University Hospital

Internationally respected cardiothoracic surgeon having performed hundreds of successful PTE surgeries

Vladimir Lakhter, DO

Associate Professor of Medicine at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Experienced cardiac catheterization specialist, including balloon pulmonary angioplasty

How to Refer a Patient

Call 800-TEMPLE-MED to schedule. For urgent transfers, call our 24/7 assistance line at 215-707-TRAN (8726) to connect with our transplant team.

Temple Health’s Key Account Management team can assist you with the needs of your patients and help get immediate access to our services.

T.K. Broderic
Director, External Accounts
267‑608‑8433
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Greg Morenko
Senior Key Account Manager
267‑858‑1948
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