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When we think of a heart attack, we usually think of that stereotypical scene in a movie where someone suddenly grabs their chest, gasps for air and falls to the floor. In reality, heart attacks don’t usually play out in that same dramatic way. Some of the signs of a heart attack are more subtle, […]

Posted on November 6 2017

The term ‘heart failure’ can sound scary when you first hear it; the word failure alone could keep you up at night. You might think to yourself, “Does this mean that my heart no longer works?” Thankfully, that’s not the case. What it really means is that your heart is not functioning or pumping as […]

Posted on October 20 2017

Strokes are currently the fifth leading cause of death in the US, killing one person every 4 minutes. To put this in perspective, every 40 seconds someone in the US suffers a stroke. What are stroke prevention methods in Manhattan NY? Go in for a stroke screening. Stroke screenings are exams that identify the early […]

Posted on October 11 2017

Do you have a heart condition? Wondering where to find a good cardiologist? Are you worried that you’re at risk of developing a cardiovascular disease and need a specialist to weigh in? You are probably looking for a cardiology specialists. Learn about the different certifications that can lend to someone being the best cardiologist in […]

Posted on October 4 2017

Manhattan Cardiology’s own Dr. George Welch was recently interviewed in New York Daily News (nydailynews.com) to speak about the recent passing of Tom Petty by sudden cardiac arrest. Dr. Welch is quoted as saying: “Cardiac arrest occurs when your heart abruptly stops beating due to a malfunction in the body’s electrical system,” says George Welch, M.D., a […]

Posted on October 3 2017

Atrial fibrillation (also referred to as AFib or AF) is a heart condition that causes irregular or quivering heartbeat, known as arrhythmia. The cause of AFib isn’t fully understood and can affect anyone, regardless of age. However, it’s more common with older people (65 and older) and often affects those with conditions like hypertension and […]

Posted on September 7 2017