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COVID-connected blood clot almost claims life of Shepherd man
Our own Dr. Khaled Khalaf performed a procedure on a patient using the Inari Clotretriever. The Clotretriever is the latest technology for removing blood clots. The patient, who was post COVID, had developed a serious...
Symptoms and Causes of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Like many medical conditions, deep vein thrombosis often goes undiagnosed until it is too late. The condition—also known as venous thromboembolism—can affect anyone, and often leads to deadly illness, disability, and...
Kingwood Health Academy – Cardiology Interactive Seminar
Please join us for our first Kingwood Health Academy for 2022. Dr. Michael Daniel will discuss Valvular Heart Disease. This event will take place Thursday 17th, 5:45 - 7:00 pm. Location HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood -...
What Is Atrial Fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation is an abnormal heart rhythm, frequently referred to as AFIB or AF. In fact, it’s the most common type of arrhythmia and affects approximately six million people in the U.S., according to the Centers...
What You Need to Know About Myocarditis
Myocarditis is an inflammatory condition of the heart muscle that affects 1.5 million people per year. It is often difficult to diagnose and detect because, unlike many common heart conditions, myocarditis more often...
Peripheral Vascular Disease: The Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
In the U.S., there are roughly 6.5 million people over the age of 40 that have a disorder known as peripheral arterial disease (PAD). This condition is the most common type of peripheral vascular disease (PVD), which is...
Symptoms of Poor Circulation in the Body | Vascular Issues
Are you constantly cold? Do your legs swell when you’ve been on them too much? Are your feet and hands always going numb?
These could be symptoms of poor circulation.
Poor blood circulation is not a condition on its own, but can be a manifestation of a broader health problem. Every part of the body relies on a healthy circulatory system to keep your organs property properly supplied with oxygen.
A Guide to Congestive Heart Failure: Everything to Know
What Is Congestive Heart Failure? Congestive heart failure happens when your heart is unable to pump blood as well as it should. A healthy heart pumps blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients. With...
COVID-19 Vaccination Request Form
Memorial Hermann is continuing to comply with the State’s guidance for COVID-19 vaccine distribution. This is the method that prioritizes vaccination in its Phase 1A, Phase 1B, and now Phase 1C for vaccine distribution....
Meet Dr. Khaled Khalaf
Dr. Khaled Khalaf, a cardiologist at Vital Heart & Vein, has devoted his life to patients who need medical care for heart-related conditions. Listen to Dr. Khaled Khalaf as he talks about his background and how he provides quality care for patients with heart conditions through the use of advanced technology.
Does High Cholesterol Cause Heart Disease?
Cholesterol is a concept that most of us are familiar with, and it's vital that we keep track of cholesterol levels through our annual physical exams. Both our "good cholesterol" and "bad cholesterol" levels are...
How to Diagnose Heart Arrhythmia
Before discussing how to diagnose heart arrhythmia, it's important to define the term. Arrhythmia (or dysrhythmia) is a term used to describe abnormal or irregular heartbeats, and are characterized by heartbeats that are...
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