New Hope for Reducing High Blood Pressure: Virginia Heart Cardiologist Performs Groundbreaking Procedure

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March 18, 2025

Leesburg, VA- Virginia Heart is proud to announce that Dr. Rajat Garg has successfully performed the first renal denervation procedure at Inova Loudoun Hospital, marking a significant milestone in the treatment of drug-resistant hypertension.

Renal Denervation, also called renal ablation, is a minimally invasive and FDA-approved procedure to treat resistant hypertension. This novel procedure uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to help lower blood pressure by targeting the nerves in the kidneys, giving new hope to patients with hypertension resistant to traditional treatment.

Dr. Rajat Garg, a board-certified interventional cardiologist at Virginia Heart, performed the procedure in close collaboration with the expert medical team at Inova Loudoun Hospital. “We are honored to offer this groundbreaking treatment to our patients,” said Dr. Garg. “This procedure underscores our commitment to offering the most advanced care to our community.”

Hypertension is a leading risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. About 29% of adults in the United States have high blood pressure and about 12% of them have resistant hypertension.

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About Virginia Heart

Virginia Heart is a nationally recognized provider of premier Cardiovascular Care in Northern Virginia dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to their patients. With a team of 57 cardiologists, 4 sleep medicine physicians, and 34 advanced practice providers, Virginia Heart is committed to utilizing the latest medical innovations to treat the full spectrum of cardiovascular diseases and sleep disorders. More information about Virginia Heart can be found at www.virginiaheart.com.

About Inova Loudoun Hospital

Inova Loudoun Hospital is a state-of-the-art medical facility that provides high quality care to the residents of Loudoun County and surrounding areas. As part of the Inova Health System, the hospital is committed to offering innovative treatments, advanced technology, and compassionate care to its patients. More information about Inova can be found at www.inova.org.