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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 congestive heart failure, the heart is no longer...
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.  Memorial Hermann has launched a digital COVID-19...
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 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...
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