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As legal marijuana becomes more available nationwide for both recreational and medicinal consumption, it’s more relevant than ever to talk about the health impact of regular cannabis use. This growing market has led to cannabis being touted for its potential medical benefits, but it’s important to remember that just because marijuana is now legal in […]

Posted on May 23 2022

Strokes and heart attacks are two of the most common causes of death in the US, accounting for a combined 1/3 of all American deaths annually.Some of the main contributors to strokes and heart attacks are cardiovascular ailments that show no visible symptoms before it’s too late. For Stroke Awareness Month, we want to remind you […]

Posted on May 10 2022

If you have heart disease, you may feel some trepidation about whether your cardiovascular system can handle sustained exertion. Maybe your doctor has warned you to avoid strenuous physical activity to reduce your risk of heart attack or other cardiac complications. A common question that comes up in this situation is: what about sex? Having […]

Posted on May 9 2022

Vertigo is a symptom (rather than a disease) which involves feelings of dizziness, as though your surroundings are spinning or moving. It can vary in intensity and duration, in some cases being very brief while in more severe instances it can be debilitating and last days.While vertigo will usually clear up by itself, it’s important to […]

Posted on May 4 2022

An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a weakened, bulging spot in your abdominal aorta, which supplies blood to the lower part of your body. Annually, 200,000 Americans are diagnosed with AAA. AAA’s don’t always cause problems, but can sometimes cause pain in the abdomen, back, and/or legs due to pressure from disrupted blood flow. Risk factors for aneurysms include: […]

Posted on April 28 2022

Did you know that cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the most common cause of death for people who suffer from type 2 diabetes?Blood vessels and nerves that are connected to your heart can be damaged by high blood sugar caused by diabetes. This can eventually lead to CVD. Patients with diabetes are also more likely to […]

Posted on April 19 2022

Navigating your health insurance can be confusing. We are here to help you understand your out-of-pocket expenses so that you can better manage your health-care costs. Out-of-pocket expenses include:Copay: A copay is a fixed amount that you pay for medical services at the time of the service. The cost of the copay may vary depending on […]

Posted on April 13 2022

Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle which reduces our heart’s ability to pump. Severe myocarditis can lead to serious health problems like arrhythmias, heart failure, and sudden cardiac death. Contracting a virus, such as COVID, is a risk factor for developing myocarditis. Watch this video of Dr. Jossef Amirian, our Director of Vascular Disease, discussing this disease and its […]

Posted on March 22 2022

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that exists in your blood. Doctors separate cholesterol into “good” and “bad” types. When people say they have high cholesterol, they usually mean they have excessive amounts of low-density lipoprotein (LDL cholesterol) in their blood. This is the “bad” kind.Watch this video of Dr. Ami Beniaminovitz discussing the causes, risk factors, and more information […]

Posted on March 18 2022

Irregular heartbeat or atrial fibrillation can have serious implications with regard to your cardiovascular health. Heartbeat irregularities can range significantly in type and severity, but in some cases may cause debilitating physical symptoms, as well as placing you at an increased risk of stroke, heart attack, and other dangerous complications. However, symptoms of afib or […]

Posted on March 15 2022