What foods come to mind when you think of winter? Most of our minds dance from cheesy casseroles to gravy-laden roasts. Though we live in Florida and can spend 12 months a year enjoying the outdoors, something about winter makes us crave the warmth and coziness we can only get from our favorite fatty winter […]
Category: Heart Health
Reasonable Goals to Set Now for a Healthier You in 2023
Perfectionism is one of the biggest hindrances people encounter on their healthy living journeys. You set the bar so high with a strict diet and exercise routine that you tire yourself out and eventually fall off the healthy living wagon. We see it repeatedly, and this year we’d like nothing more than to see our […]
4 Questions You Should Ask Your Cardiologist During Your Routine Checkup
Has it been a while since the last time you saw your cardiologist? That may be a good sign that you’re feeling well. But we know that preparing for your routine cardio check-up may feel a little daunting. You have so many questions. We know that you want to take good care of yourself. So […]
True or False: Debunking Top Myths About Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. One in every five deaths can be attributed to a condition under the heart disease umbrella. But as prevalent as it is, there is still a lot of misinformation about the disease. We understand that most patients prefer to leave the medicine to […]
Women and Heart Health: What You Need to Know
Each year in the United States, one in every five female deaths is caused by heart disease. We often think of men when we think of heart disease or heart attacks. But women are just as vulnerable to this dangerous disease and have their own set of risk factors and symptoms to worry about. Both men […]
Common Cardiac Diagnostic Services Your Cardiologist May Order
When you think of the medical services provided by your cardiologist or other doctors, it’s easy to only think of significant interventions like surgeries or implanted devices. But some of the most essential services we provide are our suite of diagnostic services. These tools enable us to provide the most accurate and efficient cardiac care […]
Stress Test Prep: The Do’s and Don’ts
So, your doctor has ordered a stress test. Just the name of the test can be alarming to some, but the truth is, this diagnostic test is nothing to be worried about. This diagnostic test is an essential tool enabling doctors to get a peek at how well your heart functions when you’re not calmly sitting […]
3 Questions to Ask When Searching For a Cardiologist Near You
The doctors who treat you as you age are some of the most influential figures in your life. Good health maintenance requires the oversight of medical professionals who can see future risk factors and help you mitigate incoming issues. But that’s not all you need in a doctor. It’s vital that you have good relationships […]
Our Three Favorite Heart Healthy Summer Recipes
As temperatures rise, you may notice that you begin to crave different kinds of foods. Cold weather makes us want casseroles and rich, warm foods, and warm weather often has us looking for lighter, cooler foods to help us regulate our body temperature in hot weather. In many cases, warm-weather foods are naturally healthier, but […]
Advantages of a Balloon Angioplasty: How This Procedure Can Improve Quality of Life
Most cardiovascular patients walk through their doctor’s door hoping there will be one single treatment or medication that will work like a magic pill, curing their ailments and improving their quality of life. Unfortunately, medicine rarely works that way. Cardiovascular health is a combination of multiple factors, including the medications and treatments prescribed by your […]