Dr Ian Weisberg

  Golf, a bewitching and engrossing game, is an epitome of the human quest for perfection amid non-perfection. This duality is central to why golf is not just a hobby but a microcosm of the sweetest moments and most difficult problems in life. For amateurs, like fans, golf is like going through various contrasting experiences; the enchantment of making a perfect stroke keeps one’s spirit up when the ups and downs are completely unpredictable. The Enchanting Greens: A Rewarding Sport Called Golf Think of standing on the first tee on a beautiful morning. Before you stretch, look out on course that looks like nature’s apple-pie order, with its clean-cut lawns and neat landscape designs. That is how golf as a hobby shines at its best — it is an escape into nature, light physical exercise and socializing. The layout of golf courses itself is an artistic and architectural masterpiece as well as serene environments that are calmingly pretty. For many people, the fascination lies in how co...

Albert Einstein, a name that is said to have been a genius, brought about a complete change in the way we view the world. However, his influence goes beyond physics. What I see in Einstein as an historian is not only a scientist, but also a philosopher, a moral compass and an epitome of wisdom whose thoughts and quotes continue to inspire and challenge humanity. The Genius That Altered Science Born in 1879, Einstein’s journey was not characterized by early success. He struggled to find employment as a teacher until he ended up working as an examiner at a patent office. But this was proving to be transformative. This was the period at which he developed the Theory of Special Relativity summarized with the popular equation E=mc2. It revolutionized how space, time and energy are understood making it the building block of modern physics. Einstein’s genius lay not only in his intelligence but also his ability to think outside the box. The question he had asked was on very fundamentals of Ne...

  Luka Dončić In the realm of professional basketball, few names resonate with the extraordinary blend of skill, charisma, and potential that Luka Dončić carries. The prodigy is not only popular among Dallas Mavericks fans but has also garnered global admiration for his exceptional talent. This article delves into the journey, abilities, and impact of Luka Dončić to understand why he is heralded as a generational talent in the NBA. The Early Years: A Prodigy in the Making Luka Dončić’s journey to NBA stardom is a testament to his innate talent and relentless work ethic. Born in Slovenia, Luka’s basketball odyssey began under the watchful eye of his father – a professional player. As a result, he was exposed to the game at an early age which instilled in him a deep understanding and love for basketball. Luka started his professional career at just 16 years old with Real Madrid – one of Europe's premier basketball clubs. Here, his talent shone brightly as he displayed maturity and sk...

  Dr. Ian Weisberg Dr. Ian Weisberg , Shrojal M. Desai PhD, Paul O. Davison MS, Dipak P. Shah MD, Jose Baez-Escudero MD, John F. Beshai MD, Martin C. Burke DO and Bradley P. Knight MD. University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago IL, Boston Scientific CRM, St. Paul MN, Peak Surgical Incorporation, Palo Alto CA Abstract Introduction: Standard electrocautery can cause thermal injury to the insulation of transvenous pacing and defibrillation leads. There is a novel surgical cutting blade that uses pulsed radiofrequency (RF) to generate a plasma-mediated discharge along the exposed rim of an insulated blade, creating an effective cutting edge while minimizing collateral thermal damage. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of electrocautery using the pulsed RF blade on transvenous lead insulation materials. Methods : A preparation of chicken breasts at 37°C was used with transvenous leads tunneled superficially. Energy was delivered using a standard cautery blade and ...

  Dr. Ian Weisberg - Longhorn Legacy: A Season of Grit and Glory As a Texas native and someone who’s found a new home in Florida, I feel like my love for the University of Texas only grows with every passing year. But after this year’s football season, it’s hard to tell whether looking back or ahead would make me more excited. I mean come on! The Longhorns didn’t just reignite their fans’ passion, they also put on one helluva show for all of college football. Seriously…If we were to look up “rollercoaster” in the dictionary, I’m convinced this season will be right there in bold font. But if we were going to choose one moment that sent a shockwave through college sports, it would have to be our win against Alabama at their own field…In Tuscaloosa! That was no win ladies and gentlemen, that was a statement. With the odds stacked so high against us and being so far into SEC territory, the Longhorns showed us all what they’re made of. “From the Capstone to the Capitol you could h...

  Dr. Ian Weisberg — A Legend Honored: Jimmy Johnson’s Triumphant Entry into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor When the sun set over AT&T Stadium on Dec. 30, 2023, something magical happened. Something that meant so much to the history of the Dallas Cowboys organization. Jimmy Johnson finally received his rightful place in the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor . It was more than an induction ceremony, it was a reconciliation, a celebration and a reminder. Johnson joined the iconic franchise back in 1989, and led them on a journey which saw him take them from the bottom all the way to becoming champions. He did it not once, not twice but three times during his tenure with America’s team. His coaching style was different from everyone else’s at that time and he knew exactly what kind of talent he wanted on his team. The halftime ceremony was filled with emotions as Jerry Jones stood side-by-side with Johnson soaking in every cheer from the crowd. Fans were electrified by his presence...

  Dr. Ian Weisberg - Medtronic Sprint Fidelis lead recall: determining the initial 5-year management cost to Medicare Abstract Background: The Medtronic Sprint Fidelis defibrillator lead has a high failure rate and was recalled in October 2007. Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the incremental cost of the management of this lead to Medicare. Methods: Real hospital cost data in U.S. dollars were collected on 32 patients with a Medtronic Sprint Fidelis lead who underwent lead revision. Of these patients, 15 were excluded because they had insurance coverage other than that provided by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Seventeen patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage underwent lead revision either electively (n = 6) or after being hospitalized for multiple shocks caused by a lead fracture (n = 11). Eighty-eight percent of the patients underwent extraction of the Fidelis lead at the time of lead revision. A decision model was made that outl...

  Dr. Ian Weisberg - Late Potential at the High Ventricular Septal Level in a patient with Brugada: Possible mechanisms and Clinical implications Case report A 34-year-old Mexican immigrant was referred for symptomatic paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. A baseline electrocardiogram (ECG) in sinus rhythm showed type 1 Brugada pattern with right bundle branch block and negative T waves as well as ST-segment elevation in V1-V3. The patient had no prior history of ventricular arrhythmia, syncope, or cardiac arrest. However, a positive family history of sudden cardiac death (brother died at age 20) prompted referral to our service for further risk Discussion Ventricular late potentials and wide and fractionated electrograms, which reflect delayed and fragmented ventricular conduction, have been reported in both the epicardium 1and endocardium 2of patients with Brugada syndrome (BS). Marked regional endocardial conduction delay and heterogeneities in repolarization exist in these pati...