Knowing Your Numbers

Knowing Your Numbers

When it comes to heart health, knowing your numbers is important to help reduce the risk for heart disease. In this episode of Heart to Heart, Dr. Ray Smith discusses blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, blood sugar, and how each affects heart health. Podcast: Play in...
Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR)

Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR)

Transcarotid Artery Revascularization The Advanced Cardiovascular Specialists are improving outcomes for patients with carotid artery disease by using a new minimally invasive approach. Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) is a leading-edge procedure that has...
American Heart Month

American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month. In this episode of Heart to Heart, Dr. Baucum discusses heart disease, signs and symptoms, its risk factors, and how you can reduce your risk for heart disease. Podcast: Play in new window | EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher |...
Obesity & Your Heart Health

Obesity & Your Heart Health

Being overweight or obese has become more prevalent than ever in the United States. Over 70% of adults age 20 years and older are overweight, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Data from the 2017–2018 National Health and Nutrition...
Knowing Your Numbers

Venous Disease

Venous disease is a broad spectrum of issues that deal with our veins. In this episode of Heart to Heart, Dr. Ray Smith discusses Venous Disease, its risk factors and symptoms, as well as self-care steps that can be taken at home to reduce risk and help prevent venous...