Coronary artery disease (CAD), also known as coronary heart disease, is the most common type of heart disease in the United States. The condition occurs when there is a buildup of substances in the walls of the arteries. It is a serious disease that if left untreated, can lead to heart damage and Read More
Cardiology
Why You Should Schedule a Preventive Cardiology Appointment Now
Your heart is one of the hardest working muscles in your body. It can also be one of the most delicate. Taking care of your heart means more than just getting a check-up when you feel something may be wrong. Preventive cardiology allows patients to get the comprehensive care they deserve to avoid Read More
American Heart Month: Recommendations From A Cardiologist On How You Can Stay Healthy And Live Longer
It’s February, which means it is time to celebrate your heart! February is a time when the whole nation focuses on cardiovascular diseases, which are the No. 1 killer of Americans. Cardiovascular diseases (heart and blood vessel diseases) are the leading cause of death in the United States in both Read More
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) – may not be something people hear about every day, but it is a relatively common heart condition among millions of Americans. It is a form of arrhythmia (a heart rhythm abnormality) in which the two upper chambers of the heart (atria) are flooded with chaotic electrical Read More
Heart Disease Runs in the Family; How to Avoid it
When certain illnesses or medical conditions run in the family, your risk of either being born with or developing that condition increases. While rare, conditions that are caused by genetic mutations require immediate medical attention and often necessitate lifelong monitoring by a cardiologist or Read More
Cardiology Services at Intercoastal
Intercoastal Medical Group is a one-stop-shop for all your medical care needs. It offers medical care in 8 locations and with 100 doctors who specialize in over 20 different branches of medicine, including a 10,500 sq. ft. ambulatory surgical center. One of Intercoastal Medical Group’s best Read More
What Can A Cardiologist Treat?
Cardiologists are doctors who specialize in the study and treatment of disorders of the cardiovascular system, which includes the heart, arteries, and veins. Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions, diseases, and disorders affecting the cardiovascular system. They perform Read More
Different Types of Vascular Surgery
Vascular surgery is an invasive treatment for conditions that affect the veins, arteries, and lymphatic vessels throughout the body. A vascular disorder can greatly reduce a patient’s quality of life and raise the possibility of life-threatening health events, such as stroke. Since vascular Read More
What Would I See a Cardiologist For?
A cardiologist is a doctor with advanced training and knowledge in diagnosing, treating, and preventing vascular disease (in the blood vessels) and heart disease. Heart disease is the number-one cause of death in the United States for both men and women, so cardiologists play an important Read More
Coping with Heart Disease
Cardiovascular (heart) disease is serious. For some people, finding out they have heart disease is a wake-up call that prompts them to take better care of their health. For others, it may be a struggle to deal with the diagnosis. It’s important to know that managing the condition – improving the Read More
