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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 monitored throughout our lives to ensure that we aren't...
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 too slow, too fast, or irregular. Types of...
Understanding Lower Extremity Revascularization with Dr. Codreanu
Dr. Codreanu, a vascular and endovascular surgeon at Vital Heart & Vein, provides additional insight into our vascular services and the benefits of lower extremity revascularization.
The Diagnosis of Heart Disease
Anyone who values their health should understand the importance of diagnostic testing. No matter how old you are, what your health looks like overall, or how active you are, everyone needs to pay attention to their heart health. Most serious conditions and illnesses can...
Understanding Your Recommended Daily Nutrient Intake
A balanced diet provides your body with the fuel it needs to carry out essential functions. But what exactly does it mean to eat a balanced diet? And how are you supposed to know if your diet is meeting the mark? The answers to these questions depend on a few different...
Understanding PET Scans with Dr. Sdringola-Maranga
With over 25 years of experience in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology and nuclear cardiology Dr. Stefano Sdringola-Maranga is an expert on cardiac PET scans. This scans are most accurate non-invasive technology for visualizing blood flow in heart muscle supplied by coronary arteries. Listen to Dr. Stefano Sdringola-Maranga discuss this advanced technology used at Vital Heart & Vein.
PET Scan of the Heart
PET stands for Positron Emission Tomography and is currently the most accurate non-invasive technology for visualizing blood flow in the heart muscle
Meet Dr. Michael Daniel
Help us welcome Dr. Michael Daniel to the Vital Heart & Vein team! Dr. Daniel specializes in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. Learn first-hand about his background, specialties, and the treatments he will provide at Vital Heart & Vein.
Meet Dr. David Wong
We’re proud to introduce a new physician to the Vital Heart & Vein team! Meet Dr. David Wong, a specialist in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. We had the pleasure to sit down with him to learn more about his background and what treatments he’ll be providing at Vital Heart & Vein.
What is a Stress Test?
Cardiac stress tests are a great tool for determining the health of your heart and coronary arteries. A stress test can help estimate your risk of a future heart attack, your ability to perform exercise, the safety of exercise, and to diagnose you with Coronary Artery...
TAVR Surgical Procedure: Recovery Process
How to maintain a healthy heart and avoid heart disease is one of those topics that’s discussed with you throughout your life. From elementary school onward, you’re encouraged to eat your fruits and vegetables, the school system encourages exercise and physical...
Tour Our Advanced Facility
At Vital Heart & Vein, we have established a new standard in cardiac and vein care with our advanced patient facility. Complete with on-site diagnostic testing, private pre and post-procedure rooms, cutting-edge labs, ample parking, spacious waiting rooms, and much more. Your heart is in the right hands.
Dr. Kousta Foteh Discusses PAD
Dr. Kousta provides insight into peripheral artery disease (PAD), a disorder that occurs in the arteries of the circulatory system. He discusses its symptoms and other vital information
Preparation for the Cardiac Catheterization Process
Each year in the United States nearly 650,000 people die from cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease includes coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and one of its most well-known consequences, heart attacks. You need to make sure that you...
Veins Ready for Summer | Vein Procedures
With the weather getting warmer and swimsuit season around the corner, many are looking to boost their confidence by tackling varicose veins and spider veins. These are the two most prominent venous conditions that can leave you feeling self-conscious or wary of showing...

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