Ischemic attacks may also occur in the form of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), commonly known as mini-strokes, since they persist for just a few minutes until blood flow is restored.
Every forty seconds, someone in the United States suffers from a heart attack.
Cholesterol is produced in sufficient quantities by the body, but if necessary, it may also be obtained through diet. Dr. Robert Pilchik of Manhattan Cardiology explains how to keep cholesterol under control.
The brain, like all the other parts in the body, needs oxygen not only to work properly but also to stay alive. When brain cells don't get enough oxygen, they start to die in just a few minutes.
One of the simplest indicators of a person’s heart health is their cholesterol levels. Cardiologist Dr. Robert Segal with Manhattan Cardiology talks about cholesterol levels, health effects, and the tests people need to know about.
“An exercise stress test (sometimes referred to a treadmill test or exercise test) helps your doctor determine how well your heart handles work or stress. This test can bring to light potential issues such as abnormal heartbeat, reduced blood flow, and possible indicators of coronary heart disease. Transcription: An exercise stress test is a test […]
“Pericarditis is inflammation of the pericardial sac, which is the fibroelastic sac that surrounds the heart. At Manhattan Cardiology patients are provided with the highest quality care due to our excellent doctors, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, sonographers, and support staff. We customize care for each patient and perform testing on-site allowing our […]
“Strokes and heart attacks are two of the most common causes of death in the United States, accounting for a combined ⅓ of all American deaths annually. 1.5 million Americans will suffer a heart attack or stroke this year. Some of the main contributors to heart attacks and strokes are cardiovascular ailments such as high […]
“At Manhattan Cardiology patients are provided with the highest quality care due to our excellent doctors, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, sonographers, and support staff. We customize care for each patient and perform testing on-site allowing our patients to receive same-day results. We spend ample time with our patients explaining their medical needs and […]
“Jossef Amirian, M.D., F.A.C.C., F.A.S.E., C.B.N.C., R.P.V.I. is a compassionate and detail oriented Board Certified Cardiologist. Dr. Amirian is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of all aspects of cardiology with a particular interest in heart disease, preventative health, cardiovascular imaging and peripheral vascular disease. Dr. Jossef Amirian has been awarded several honors and distinctions. […]