Dr. Saadi assembled and implemented Ohio’s first portable cardiac defibrillators as a young physician, which earned him the reputation as the physician who “brings men back to life,” according to his obituary. He is also credited with helping develop cardiac catheterization and balloon angioplasty, and participated in the earliest attempts to perform cardiac bypass surgery in Ohio.
In 1986, Dr. Saadi founded the Ohio Heart Institute — one of the first free-standing cardiovascular centers in the country. He also established the cardiovascular lab at Cincinnati-based St. Elizabeth Hospital during his time as chief of cardiology and chief of medicine.
He retired from medicine in 1999 but continued to educate and mentor until his passing. Dr. Saadi is survived by his wife, six children and 10 grandchildren.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.
