What are ASD and PFO Closures?

What are ASD and PFO Closures?

Before we dive into the details of each closure procedure, let’s start with a quick explanation of what ASD and PFO closures are. Both procedures are performed to close holes in the wall separating the two upper chambers of the heart. An ASD closure is used to close...
Blood Thinners: What You Need To Know

Blood Thinners: What You Need To Know

Blood thinners (also called anticoagulants) are prescribed to improve blood flow, slow the growth of existing blood clots and prevent blood clots from forming. They are often prescribed for patients with an irregular heart rhythm, cardiovascular disease, a mechanical...
Cardiac rehabilitation

Cardiac rehabilitation

Cardiac rehabilitation is a medically supervised program aimed at enhancing your cardiovascular well-being following incidents such as a heart attack, heart failure, angioplasty, or heart surgery. On this episode of “Heart to Heart,” Dr. Baucum walks us through the...