Thanksgiving can be a wonderful time to sit and graze with friends and family. But the feast can also pack in a lot of excess fat, salt, and calories if you are not mindful. If you are careful with choices […]
Read more »Do you suffer from the stress associated with cardiac illness? Are you looking to develop better coping skills? If so, consider enrolling in Whole-Hearted Cardiac Wellness, a 6-week program taught by Physician Assistant, Amanda Votto. The program is designed to […]
Read more »What is cholesterol? Dr. Dougherty explains that cholesterol is a substance that is found in everyone’s blood and is required for our body to function. When your cholesterol is tested, there are several components: total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, non-HDL […]
Read more »Consulting Cardiologists is proud to have two interventional cardiologists on our team – Dr. William Farrell and Dr. Zain Ahmed (who will join us at the end of August). Interventional cardiologists specialize in minimally invasive, but nonsurgical, procedures for treating […]
Read more »This summer, we are pleased to welcome a new cardiologist to our team. Dr. Zain Ahmed is an interventional cardiologist who specializes in coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. He is a native of central Connecticut who completed his education and […]
Read more »Dr. Allison Padegimas specializes in women and heart disease. In this interview with City Lifestyle Magazine, she discusses strategies to avoid heart disease and issues that can specifically impact women. In the past decade or so women have become more […]
Read more »Physician Assistant Amanda Votto talks about stress reduction tips to improve cardiac health. Learn about how mindfulness and how being in the moment can help your overall well-being.
Read more »Low sodium, healthy protein, high monounsaturated fat, and lutein (good for the eyes!) 6 hard boiled eggs 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted 1½ tsp lime juice 3 Tbsp light mayonnaise 1 tsp chopped parsley 2 tsp ground pepper 2 […]
Read more »In a large study of US men and women, after adjusting for lifestyle and other dietary factors, it was found that those who eat a larger amount of avocado had a lower risk of coronary and cardiovascular disease. Compared with […]
Read more »We are grateful to once again have our entire practice recognized as “Top Doctors” or “Rising Stars” by Connecticut Magazine. This honor is voted on by doctors throughout the state who are asked who they would trust for the care […]
Read more »Click on the link below to watch a presentation where Dr. Dinkler shares excellent information about different types of heart disease, risk factors, and ‘Life’s Simple 7’ that can help reduce your risk. He is then joined by Physical Therapist, […]
Read more »Every 36 seconds someone in the US dies from heart disease and almost half our population suffers from some form of heart disease. In this presentation, Dr. Dinkler shares excellent information about different types of heart disease, risk factors, and […]
Read more »Adhering to your prescribed medication regimen is essential for success. If you skip doses, change your regimen, or avoid taking your medications altogether, this can be detrimental to your health. Errors can also cause setbacks such as the need for […]
Read more »High blood pressure increases your risk for heart disease and stroke. The good news is that there are steps you can take every day to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range. You can help prevent high blood pressure—also […]
Read more »In honor of heart health month, join us for a free zoom event on February 24th. Dr. Dinkler will discuss heart disease, risk factors, and early symptoms. He will be joined by a physical therapist who will provide advice on […]
Read more »Heart disease is the number one cause of death in both males and females. The medical field has made massive strides in the treatment and prevention of cardiac disease over the years.Treatment has been focused primarily on physical healing, which […]
Read more »PLAN! PLAN! PLAN! Life during the holiday time can become overly busy with events and extra obligations. Planning ahead can help keep you on track to feeling your best. Bulk prep meals or make double portions to have on hand […]
Read more »Worldwide, heart disease and strokes are the leading causes of death. They’re also the leading killers of Americans, accounting for one out of every three deaths in the United States. But there’s good news, too. About 80 percent of all […]
Read more »Our 10th location in Middletown is now open. If you are looking for a cardiologist in that area, we are accepting new patients and welcome you to our practice. Call (203) 265-9831 to schedule a visit.
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