The echocardiogram is one of the most commonly performed, non-invasive cardiac diagnostic tools, with 25 million of them performed worldwide each year. It is a procedure that uses sound waves to detect heart conditions and can be part of annual physical exams or scheduled if a patient has symptoms of heart disease. If you need […]
One vital non-invasive diagnostic tool cardiologists and other medical professionals have used for decades to help detect heart conditions is the stress test. A stress test can display how your heart functions during exercise, providing the physician with the information they need to offer the right treatment options for patients. If you need to have […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure – or you’re keeping an eye on your numbers as a preventive step – you may have considered buying a home blood pressure monitor. They’re easy to find, simple to use, and recommended by many doctors. However, a common question we hear from patients at Cardiovascular Wellness Specialty Care, […]
Managing your cholesterol levels is essential for cardiovascular health. If you have high cholesterol for a long period of time, it can lead to atherosclerosis or coronary artery disease. This increases your risk of serious medical issues like heart attack and stroke. High cholesterol is a common medical concern. Almost 94 million adults in the […]
What is the difference between good cholesterol and bad cholesterol? Everyone is familiar with the warnings associated with having high cholesterol. One of the reasons for that is the fact that it is so pervasive in our society. Based on research by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), adults in the United States […]
