Excessive alcohol intake can lead to numerous heart illnesses, including weakness of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy), irregular heart rhythms, stroke, and high blood pressure to name just a few. Alcohol can also interfere with your cardiac medications. Moderation is key, […]
Read more »Get moving! Exercise can help lower your blood pressure, raise your “good” cholesterol, keep your weight controlled, and help you feel less tired. Aim for 150 minutes per week of moderate intensity aerobic activity. Start slowly and add time and intensity each […]
Read more »Serving Size: 6 ounces; full recipe makes 5 servings Freeze individual servings for easy heat-up leftovers! Ingredients: 1 large yellow onion1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons flour 2 cups reduced sodium chicken broth 2 cups frozen and thawed corn kernels1 large red bell […]
Read more »We are committed to helping our patients navigate through the vaccine process. Here are some of the most current options for scheduling vaccines. UConn Health To schedule a vaccine appointment at UConn Health in Farmington, you must be registered in […]
Read more »January 15, 2021 The Department of Public Health has an enrollment system for the vaccine. Fill out a simple form to register with the Vaccine Administration Management System (VAMS). You will need to enter your full name, date of birth, eligible […]
Read more »Connecticut is now in phase 1B. Currently, two options have opened to allow patients age 75 or above to schedule an appointment. The State will also be providing additional options in the near future. Our offices will not be distributing the […]
Read more »Dr. Allison Padegimas talks with WTIC Ray Dunaway on this 5-minute radio segment about the benefits of aspirin therapy. She discusses who can benefit from aspirin and the risk factors to consider.
Read more »Cardio-oncology is a field within cardiology that focuses on the detection, monitoring, and treatment of cardiovascular disease occurring as a side effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. We are pleased to have our newest team member, Dr. Allison Padegimas, as a […]
Read more »Our new cardiologist, Dr. Allison Padegimas, discusses common warning signs that women face when it comes to heart attacks and how female risk factors may differ from men. She also explains why it is important to seek care for symptoms […]
Read more »We pride ourselves on getting to know each patient, educating them, and answering all questions and concerns. We love hearing from our patients on how we deliver on this promise. Read what one patient recently had to share. We are […]
Read more »We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Padegimas to our team. Dr. Padegimas has exceptional training and brings her unique clinical expertise in the areas of cardio-oncology and general cardiovascular disease in women. Below she introduces herself and shares why she […]
Read more »We are pleased to see patients in our newest office in Cheshire. We provide a full range of cardiology services including consultations and echocardiograms. Accepting new patients. Call (203) 265-9831 and schedule a visit today.
Read more »Walking is one of the best forms of exercise. It improves circulation and can ward off heart disease, brings up the heart rate, lowers blood pressure, strengthens the heart, and reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. It also […]
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