Handbook for Venous Thromboembolism

Dr. Gregory Piazza is a cardiovascular medicine specialist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). He is also an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School (HMS).Dr. Piazza received his medical degree from University of Massachusetts Medical School. He completed a residency in internal medicine and fellowships in cardiology and advanced cardiovascular imaging at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He also served as chief medical resident at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in vascular medicine at BWH. Dr. Piazza is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, vascular medicine and echocardiography.Dr. Piazza’s practice focuses on the evaluation, management and prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) and stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation. The author of over 70 peer-reviewed publications, his research investigates innovative treatment of VTE and prevention of stroke. Dr. Piazza has received research support from the National Institutes of Health.

Overview of Venous Thromboembolism.- Risk Factors for Venous Thromboembolism.- Pathophysiology of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism.- Diagnosis of Deep Vein Thrombosis.- Diagnosis of Pulmonary Embolism.- Risk Stratification and Prognosis.- Advanced Therapy for Venous Thromboembolism.- Anticoagulation for Venous Thromboembolism.- Long-term Management of Venous Thromboembolism.- Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism .