Procedure performed by Dr. Brijeshwar Maini reflects continued investment in advanced cardiac care
November 12th, 2026 – Good Samaritan Medical Center is the first hospital in South and Central Florida to treat a patient using the Shockwave™ C2 Aero Fly Coronary Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) Catheter. Dr. Brijeshwar Maini performed the procedure, marking another milestone in the hospital’s continued investment in advanced cardiac care.
The next-generation technology helps physicians treat severely calcified coronary arteries, where hardened calcium deposits can make it difficult to effectively open a blockage and place a stent. IVL uses sonic pressure waves to fracture calcium within the artery wall, helping prepare the vessel for stent placement.
The newly launched Shockwave C2 Aero Fly delivers pulses twice as fast as previous-generation devices and reduces the pause between treatment cycles. According to manufacturer Johnson & Johnson, these improvements cut IVL treatment delivery time in half. This refers to the IVL treatment portion of the procedure, rather than the total procedure time.
“Calcium buildup can make coronary artery disease particularly challenging to treat,” said Dr. Maini. “This technology allows us to modify that calcium more efficiently and prepare the artery for stent placement. Because balloon inflation temporarily restricts blood flow during treatment, shortening that time is a meaningful advancement in how we care for patients with complex coronary disease.”
The catheter delivers pulses at 2 Hz and reduces pauses between pulsing cycles to five seconds. Shorter balloon inflation time can reduce the duration of temporary treatment-related blood flow restriction and associated symptoms, such as chest discomfort.
“Being the first hospital in South and Central Florida to offer this next-generation technology reflects our continued investment in advanced cardiac care at Good Samaritan Medical Center,” said Sheri Montgomery, chief executive officer of Good Samaritan Medical Center. “We are investing in technologies that support our physicians and expand the treatment options available to our community. This milestone demonstrates our commitment to helping patients access complex heart care close to home.”
The achievement builds on Good Samaritan Medical Center’s ongoing efforts to advance its cardiac services by pairing physician expertise with new treatment capabilities. Dr. Maini leads the hospital’s Center for Preventative Cardiac Medicine, which has been regularly investing in some of the latest technology intended to enhance heart care. By expanding access to technologies for complex coronary interventions, the hospital continues to strengthen its ability to care for patients with challenging cardiovascular conditions.
To learn more about Palm Beach Health Network’s cardiovascular services, please visit: https://www.palmbeachhealthnetwork.com/services/heart-care
About Good Samaritan Medical Center
Good Samaritan Medical Center (GSMC) is a 333-bed acute care hospital, part of the Palm Beach Health Network, that’s provided sophisticated, personalized and emergency medical care to Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast with over 100 years of experience. GSMC offers advanced orthopedic care, women’s care and wellness from breast health to obstetrics, general surgery, emergency services, urology, bariatric surgery, cardiac services, and comprehensive cancer care.
Our cancer center is accredited by the Commission on Cancer, anchored by our state-of-the-art Breast Center. We are also accredited by the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation program for Breast Cancer.
GSMC utilizes some of the latest robotic technologies that highlight our robust general and orthopedic surgery procedures including the MAKO, Da Vinci and Velys robots. GSMC has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Total Hip and Knee Replacement, Shoulder Replacement and Spine Surgery, Healthgrades’ 100 Best Hospital Award for Spine Surgery and Outpatient Orthopedic Excellence and awarded by the Florida Department of Health and the Agency for Health Care Administration for reducing unnecessary C-sections.
To learn more about GSMC visit www.palmbeachhealthnetwork.com or call 561-650-6023.
