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Putting Your Heart Health First
Our region is in a heart-health crisis. Louisiana has one of the lowest scores for cardiovascular health in the country, ranking 42nd in the nation for cardiovascular health in America’s Health Rankings® by the United Health Foundation. More than 10% of Louisiana’s...
Recognizing Your Heart’s Cry For Help
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in U.S. adults (accounting for 1 in every 5 deaths), as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Catching heart disease early often results in more effective treatment and better outcomes for...
The Difference Between Cardiovascular Disease And Heart Disease
Although the terms are often used interchangeably, cardiovascular disease and heart disease are not the same thing. Cardiovascular disease is an umbrella term for all diseases affecting the circulatory system, including the heart and blood vessels throughout the whole...
What Is Cardiac Ablation?
What Is Cardiac Ablation? Cardiac ablation is a procedure to treat abnormal heartbeats called arrhythmias. It is also used in a rare, but life-threatening condition called spontaneous coronary artery dissection. It is usually performed as a minimally-invasive...
Reasons For Chest Pain And When To See A Cardiologist
Chest pain can be scary. When it occurs, many people immediately think there is a problem with their heart. There are other causes of chest pain. In many cases, chest pain turns out to be benign. However, it is not a symptom that you should ignore. Types Of Chest...
What Side Effects Can Heat Have On Your Heart?
Most people are aware of the increased risks that being overweight, smoking or having chronic stress can mean for heart conditions. Many of us don’t stop to think about the effect that high temperatures can have on our cardiovascular system. When temperatures...
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 (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...
Cardiologist, Cardiac Surgeon and Primary Care Provider: The Differences and Who to See When
Although most patients will begin their heart-health journey with their primary care physician, it is still important to understand the differences between a cardiologist and a cardiac surgeon. You should also know when to see a cardiologist or your primary care...
Advanced Hemodynamic Support Devices And Heart Pumps: Impella® Vs. ECMO
There are a number of devices used to provide hemodynamic support to patients with critical life-threatening conditions. In our latest blog, we break down the differences between percutaneous ventricular assist devices and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and how they are used in patient care.