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A Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump that is surgically inserted to assist the left ventricle in pumping blood to the body. In this episode you’ll learn what an LVAD is, how it works and the basics for caring for patients with ventricular assist devices.

A big thank-you to HCA Healthcare for sponsoring this episode. You can learn more about HCA’s robust Nurse Residency Program here.

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UCSF guide about living with a VAD.

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Last Updated on March 5, 2025 by Maureen Osuna, MSN, RN