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Did you know that high blood pressure (or hypertension) is the #1 cause of STROKE? High blood pressure is a condition in which the blood pressure in your artery walls is too high. If left untreated, it can also lead to life-threatening diseases including coronary heart disease, heart failure, and kidney failure. Anyone can develop […]

Posted on December 13 2021

Did you know that feeling an intense amount of stress can change the shape of your heart? The heart’s reaction to a surge of stress hormones can cause the left ventricle to stretch and temporarily disrupt the heart’s normal pumping function. It can feel like you are having a heart attack but it’s actually a […]

Posted on December 7 2021

The holiday season is upon us, a wonderful time to rest, reflect on the year it’s been, spend time with family and loved ones, and yes: eat a whole mess of food. It’s not uncommon to overindulge a little bit during traditional holiday meals, with Americans gaining a pound on average over Thanksgiving and Christmas. […]

Posted on November 22 2021

Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a rare condition in which a tear forms in a blood vessel in the heart. This can result in a heart attack, an abnormal heart rhythm, or even death. In a recent news article by the New York Post, experts have warned that SCAD is reaching fit and healthy women as young […]

Posted on November 17 2021

It’s November which means the hustle and bustle of preparing for the holidays will start soon. Before you get too many things on your plate, don’t forget to take full advantage of your insurance benefits before the year is up. If you’ve reached your deductible or have FSA benefits remaining for 2021, don’t miss this […]

Posted on November 3 2021

Dr. Jossef Amirian is a compassionate and detail oriented Board Certified Cardiologist at Manhattan Cardiology. Dr. Amirian is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of all aspects of cardiology. His credentials include board certifications within the fields of Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, Vascular Interpretation as well as certifications in General Cardiology and Internal Medicine. Watch this […]

Posted on October 28 2021