Your doctor may use a number of tests to help determine your risk of heart disease and next steps. Many of these test provide number measurements that provide your doctor with critical information. Below are some of those “number” tests that your healthcare team need to know the results. Lipoprotein Profile Fasting for 9-12 hours… Read More »
Heart Healthy
Are you at risk of developing heart disease?
December 19, 2022 at 11:42 am
Knowing your personal risk for heart disease is the first step towards heart health. There are obvious risks such as smoking and being overweight, we all know if those are risk factors for us. There are other risk factors that are not so obvious. High blood pressure and high cholesterol are not obvious and usually… Read More »
Heart Healthy Kitchen
November 7, 2022 at 8:36 am
We talk about heart healthy foods a lot, because what you eat is important for your health. We want to help you follow a healthy diet and keep temptation away. If your kitchen is heart healthy friendly it will save you time and worry when preparing healthy meals. Below are some guidelines for stocking… Read More »
Healthy Holiday Recipes
October 17, 2022 at 5:26 am
It is that time of year again and instead of serving the artery clogging standards, why not try something new? Share healthier options with your family and friends as you gather over the next few months. The Mayo Clinic offers up great ideas for healthy holiday dishes. Multiple choices of soups, salads, turkey, side dishes,… Read More »
Make Every Move Count!
October 3, 2022 at 11:47 am
Physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your heart. Regular exercise, healthy diet and lifestyle may help protection you against coronary artery disease and vascular disease research has found. Sedentary Lifestyle A sedentary lifestyle comes with a whole host of health risks. Not only are you burning fewer calories, but… Read More »
What is Cardiac Catheterization?
August 8, 2022 at 2:57 pm
And why is my doctor recommending it? Cardiac catheterization often referred to as heart catheterization is the insertion of a catheter into a chamber or vessel of the heart. This procedure is done for both diagnostic and interventional purposes. This is a common procedure that is minimally invasive and helps your cardiologist determine and… Read More »
Is heat and humidity hard on the heart?
July 25, 2022 at 9:35 am
Does heat effect heart rate? Simple answer is that yes, it can. But simple answers do not tell the whole story. We talk a lot about the importance of staying physically active for your heart health, but precautions are necessary when exercising in humid weather. Heat and Humidity can Affect Everyone As the temperature… Read More »
Why am I being referred to a Cardiologist?
July 11, 2022 at 6:00 am
A cardiologist specializes in diagnosing treating heart conditions and diseases. Heart disease includes your heart and blood vessels – the cardiovascular system. If you think you are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack – DO NOT WAIT, CALL 911! Symptoms may be obvious or more subtle, take them seriously and get medical care. Do… Read More »
What is Atrial Fibrillation or AFib?
June 20, 2022 at 6:00 am
Atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib) is the most common type of treated heart arrhythmia and can happen to anyone. An arrhythmia is when the heart beats too slowly, too fast, or in an irregular way. The heart’s upper chambers (atria) beat out of coordination with the lower chambers (ventricles). When this happens, the lower chambers… Read More »
Diagnosing Heart Disease
June 6, 2022 at 3:29 pm
If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of heart disease talk with your healthcare team no matter how old, you are. Heart disease can begin at any age. Symptoms of Heart Disease Common symptoms of heart disease commonly seen in men include: Shortness of breath Chest pain Sensation of pressure or squeezing around the… Read More »