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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a medical issue that occurs when a blood clot becomes lodged in one of the deep veins of the body.This usually occurs in the lower body - either the lower legs, thighs, or pelvis - but clots can also become lodged in the deep veins of the...

On January 2, 2023, Damar Hamlin, a safety for the Buffalo Bills, collapsed on the field during a playoff game against the Cincinnati Bengals. The cause of the collapse was later determined to be a cardiac arrest. Hamlin was rushed to the hospital in critical...

Medical Offices of Manhattan just opened at 112 West 72nd Street offering specialists in cardiology–Manhattan Cardiology, (its cardiology department), primary care, internal medicine, and gastroenterology. Primary Care Specialist and Medical Director, Daniel Kim, DO,...

  "Amnon (Ami) Beniaminovitz, MD, FACC, FASE, CBNC, RPVI is a multi board-certified cardiologist, with a special focus on cardiovascular diseases, imaging, and nuclear cardiology. His credentials include board certifications in Nuclear Cardiology by the American...

According to the American Heart Association, sudden cardiac arrest (also referred to as SCA or sudden cardiac death) is a leading cause of death with over 320,000 cases annually in the US.SCA is when the heart unexpectedly stops beating. It is the result of an...

Have you been training for the NYC marathon? Did you know that an exercise stress test is the BEST way to prepare your heart for it? Whether you're training for a marathon or not, an exercise stress test is still vital to measure the strength of your heart.What are...

According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders affect around 40 million adults every year. This includes 6 million adults who suffer from panic disorder.Unfortunately, it's possible for atrial fibrillation (AFib) to be mistaken for...

A heart attack happens when there's a blockage in the heart and tissue damage occurs due to a lack of oxygen. Seeking immediate medical care for help repairing the damage and restoring the function of the heart is imperative.The best treatment outcomes for heart...

An exercise stress test (treadmill test or exercise test) helps identify if you have a blocked artery in your heart putting you at risk for a heart attack.The good news is, if you are at future risk for heart disease or dangerous arrhythmias (sudden cardiac death), we...

Under normal circumstances, blood clots form when platelets contact a break in the wall of the blood vessel. They should eventually dissolve and are generally not harmful. Blood clots become dangerous when they form in the legs or arms and then travel to the abdomen,...