Stroke Blog

Despite the name, vascular surgeons do more than surgery. They advise patients on various ways to treat and manage vascular issues, whether that be by medication or lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise. The goal is always to match the patient with the best treatment option.

Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure used to prevent blood clots for patients with atrial fibrillation who are unable to take long term anticoagulation. If you've been told that you have atrial fibrillation but have trouble with blood thinners, you may be a candidate for LAAO.

Christi Pagett, MD, Family Medicine, Deaconess Clinic - West

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is also known as the “silent killer.”  The American Heart Association reports that nearly 50% of American adults have hypertension. Learn symptoms and treatment options here.

Dominic C. Cefali, MD, PhD, FACS Cardiothoracic Surgeon, The Deaconess Heart Group

In my nearly 20 years of practice, I've had thousands of patients tell me that they can look back and recognize symptoms they were having prior to their heart attack--certain "warning signs" in the days/weeks/months leading up to the heart attack.

Deaconess Primary Stroke Center

Stroke is the leading cause of long-term adult disability and the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. Because of these serious statistics, we want everyone to know more about stroke risk factors, stroke signs and symptoms, and the importance of immediate treatment if a stroke is suspected.

Ankita Bahuva, MD, Internal Medicine, Deaconess Clinic Downtown

Your doctors’ appointments are an important and valuable time to connect with your doctor, share your perspective and information, and learn from your doctor’s expertise.  The best appointments happen when patients are very prepared.
 

H. Simon Tran, MD, RVT - Vascular Surgeon with The Deaconess Heart Group

Clogged arteries are the result of plaque buildup on the smooth, inner walls of the vessel. Plaque in the arteries is made up of cholesterol, calcium and blood clots. Buildup takes place over time, but due to various factors, including diet, lifestyle habits, high blood pressure, tobacco smoking and even genetics, it can happen at a faster rate and a younger age.