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Jonathan Ball Mark

Professor Emeritus of Anesthesiology
Anesthesiology, VA Anesthesiology Service
Box 3094 Med Ctr, Durham, NC 27710
D5005 VA Med Ctr, 508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705

Overview


1. Technology assessment defining the accuracy, clinical performance, and utility of new forms of cardiovascular monitoring during the perioperative period

2. New clinical applications of transesophageal echocardiography

3. Role of cardiovascular monitoring in reducing morbidity associated with cardiac surgery

4. Practice guideline development, training, and certification for perioperative transesophageal echocardiography, pulmonary artery catheterization, and cardiovascular monitoring

5. Patient safety improvement through clinician training and education and medical device design

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Professor Emeritus of Anesthesiology · 2023 - Present Anesthesiology, VA Anesthesiology Service, Anesthesiology

Recent Publications


Mastering Pericardial Pathology: Effusion or Tamponade?

Journal Article Acta Anaesthesiologica Belgica · May 1, 2025 Cardiac tamponade is characterized by increased pressure in the pericardial space and can significantly impair circulation. Differentiation between pericardial effusion and the critical condition of tamponade requires an understanding of the underlying phy ... Full text Cite

Cardiovascular Monitoring

Chapter · January 1, 2024 Cardiovascular monitoring provides critical information to guide perioperative anesthesia management. Monitoring the electrocardiogram (ECG) is a basic standard that should be utilized for all anesthetics. Proper lead placement, gain, and filter selection ... Full text Cite
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Recent Grants


Nurse Anesthetist Program

Inst. Training Prgm or CMECo Investigator · Awarded by Department of Health and Human Services · 2000 - 2003

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Education, Training & Certifications


Stanford University · 1978 M.D.