June 18, 2026– Delray Medical Center is the first hospital in Palm Beach County to perform a procedure using AMDS™ Hybrid Prothesis. The milestone procedure was completed by cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Jeff Newman. This advanced medical device, recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under a Humanitarian Device Exemption (HDE), represents a significant step forward in the treatment of aortic dissections.
Dr. Jeff Newman
AMDS™ Hybrid Prothesis is the first device designed specifically to address the unique challenges of acute DeBakey Type I aortic dissections complicated by malperfusion. It’s unique stent-supported cuff combined with a robust distal anastomosis reduces the risk of distal anastomotic new entry (DANE).1-3 The uncovered stent stabilizes the true lumen, helping to resolve dynamic malperfusion and induce positive aortic remodeling.1-3
“This is a proud moment for our hospital, our surgical teams, and most importantly, our patients,” said Delray Medical Center CEO, Heather Havericak. “Bringing this potentially life-saving device to our facility demonstrates our commitment to providing cutting-edge care and offering the most advanced treatment options available.”
“This device gives us a powerful new tool in the fight against life-threatening aortic dissections,” said Dr. Newman. “We are excited about the improved outcomes it can offer our patients.”
The hospital’s early adoption of this groundbreaking technology positions it as a leader in cardiovascular innovation and patient care.
About Delray Medical Center
Delray Medical Center, part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 536-bed acute care hospital, spanning 30 acres, employing over 1,700 employees, 700 physicians, serving southern Palm Beach County for over 40 years. As both a community hospital and state-designated Level I Trauma Center Delray Medical Center offers several specialized services including state-of-the art cardiac and vascular facilities, orthopedics, neurosciences, emergency care, and weight-loss surgery.
Pinecrest Rehabilitation and Outpatient Hospital at Delray Medical Center is the only state designated brain and spinal cord injury rehabilitation program in the county by the State of Florida. Delray Medical Center is also home to Fair Oaks Pavilion, a 66-bed adult psychiatry unit. For more information about our services, visit our website at www.palmbeachhealthnetwork.com.
References:
1Szeto, W.Y. et al. (2024) ‘A novel hybrid prosthesis for open repair of acute debakey type I dissection with malperfusion: Early results from the persevere trial’, The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery [Preprint]. doi:10.1016/j.jtcvs.2024.07.059.
2Adjudicated data as presented at the 61st STS Annual Meeting by Dr. S. Fukuhara on behalf of corresponding authors, One-Year Results of a Novel Aortic Arch Hybrid Prosthesis for Open Repair of Acute DeBakey Type I Dissection with Malperfusion in the PERSEVERE Study / Friday, January 24, 2025 / 10:00 am – 10:15 am.
3Adjudicated data as presented at EACTS Oct 2024 by Dr. R. EL-Andari on behalf of corresponding authors, 5-Year Results on Aortic Remodeling in the Dissected Aorta Repair Through Stent (DARTS) Implantation Trial /Thursday 10 October 2024/10:15-10:30.
