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Pim Tonino is an experienced interventional cardiologist. In 2010 he completed his fellowship at the Catharina Hospital and obtained his PhD cum laude (with distinction) at the University of Technology Eindhoven for his thesis based on the ground-breaking FAME-1 study, leading to uptake of Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) measurement during PCI in the clinical guidelines.

Clinically and scientifically Pim Tonino focuses on the central role of physiology in diagnosis prediction and treatment of coronary disorders, acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and aortic valve disease. As he continuously shows that innovative technology is essential to further improve health care, he was appointed Professor of ‘Medical Engineering in Interventional Technology’ in 2024.

Pim Tonino is a globally renowned expert in coronary physiology.

Clinical expertise

Complex percutaneous coronary interventions
Percutaneous/minimally invasive treatment of valve disease (aortic valve, mitral valve, tricuspid valve)
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)

Scientific expertise

The central role of physiology in diagnosis, prediction and treatment of coronary disorders, ACS, and aortic valve disease.
Developing and implementing diagnostic measures a.o. FFR, Microvascular Resistance Reserve (MRR), Stress Aortic Valve Index (SAVI), ACS-triage.
Reshaping clinical guidelines and associated therapeutic decision making in cardiology.
Principal Investigator of >20 international multicenter clinical trials.

Publications

Tonino WA OR Tonino PA – Search Results – PubMed (nih.gov)

Prof. Dr. Pim Tonino

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At the Catharina Heart Center, we combine clinical excellence and cutting-edge research with exceptional education. Our specialized training programs, led by practicing experts, offer healthcare professionals hands-on experience with the latest cardiovascular techniques in state-of-the-art facilities.

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The Catharina Heart Center offers unparalleled cardiovascular education through:

Expert faculty actively performing cutting-edge procedures
Limited-size courses ensuring personalized attention
State-of-the-art simulation facilities for hands-on practice
Evidence-based curriculum constantly updated with latest research
Network opportunities with leading cardiovascular specialists
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