Dr. Mark Belkin
Cardiologist
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Dr. Mark Belkin is a cardiologist at UChicago Medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
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Episode # 444 • 22 Mar 2026
Heart Failure: LVAD Part 2
with Dr. Mark Belkin, Dr. Chris Salerno, Dr. Hamza Patel, Dr. Jenna Skowronski, Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli
CardioNerds (Dr. Hamza Patel, Dr. Jenna Skowronski, and Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli) discuss advanced heart failure and LVAD management with Dr. Mark Belkin, Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist, and Dr. Chris Salerno, Cardiothoracic Surgeon. They explore the nuances of right ventricular (RV) physiology, perioperative hemodynamic optimization, long-term complications, sensitization and transplant considerations, and the evolving role of GDMT in LVAD patients. This episode highlights the delicate interplay between surgical and medical management in achieving optimal outcomes for patients living with durable mechanical circulatory support. Audio editing by CardioNerds Academy intern, student doctor, Pace Wetstein.
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Mark Belkin, MD, is a cardiologist who specializes in advanced heart failure, heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. Additionally, he sees people in a specialty clinic for patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, one of only a few dedicated clinics in the Chicagoland area. He provides expert, compassionate care for patients with complex heart conditions — offering advanced treatment options while focusing on each person’s comfort, understanding and long-term heart health.
Dr. Belkin understands that heart failure affects every aspect of a patient’s life. He takes time to listen to each person’s concerns, explain their options clearly and create a care plan that supports both their medical needs and their quality of life. He partners closely with patients, families and multidisciplinary care teams to ensure seamless care before, during and after advanced treatments.
He partners closely with a team of heart specialists to provide comprehensive, coordinated care, from early diagnosis and symptom management to advanced therapies such as heart pumps and transplantation. Dr. Belkin’s goal is to help each patient achieve the best possible quality of life while feeling confident and cared for throughout their treatment.
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