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.
Read more »Consulting Cardiologists, PC physicians have been integrally involved in the Heart Transplant Team at Hartford Hospital since the inception of the program in 1984. The Heart Transplant program just reached a major milestone and performed its 500th heart transplant. Congratulations […]
Read more »This October, we are pleased to open our 10th location in Middletown, CT. We welcome new and current patient to our convenient new office. We are currently booking appointments – please call (203) 265-9831. 400 Saybrook Road Suite 204 Middletown […]
Read more »Finding a great physician can be difficult. That’s why Connecticut Magazine partnered with Castle Connolly, a leading national health care research company, to compile a comprehensive guide to Connecticut’s most recommended health practitioners. Doctors are asked to vote on who […]
Read more »Castle Connolly is a leading research company founded in 1992. Each year, they survey doctors throughout the nation to find out who they would go see if they were sick. In the 2021 Cardiovascular Disease category, four of the five […]
Read more »A healthy diet plays a critical role in heart health. Cutting out certain foods can reduce your “bad” cholesterol, reduce your triglycerides, and decrease your glucose which minimizes your risk of diabetes. Changes in behavior and eating can increase your […]
Read more »Devices such as Apple watches and portable heart monitors can collect very useful information. But do you know how to interpret the data? Dr. David Altszuler explains how to understand the information collected and when to be concerned.
Read more »A coronary calcium score test is a non-invasive test that uses a CT scan to measure the amount of calcified plaque in your coronary arteries. The test measures your “calcium score, which helps your doctor calculate your risk of developing […]
Read more »Statins are a class of drugs often prescribed by doctors to help lower cholesterol levels in the blood. By lowering the levels, they help prevent heart attacks and stroke. Studies show that, in certain people, statins reduce the risk of […]
Read more »The Consulting Cardiology team is committed to helping our patients live an active and healthy life. Behavior modifications and eating habits can make a significant difference in your overall heart health. Sometimes even the smallest changes can make a big […]
Read more »The most comprehensively assessed and consistently supported diet by the medical literature in regard to its benefits on cardiovascular health and reduction in cardiovascular events is the traditional Mediterranean diet. Dr. Norman Roth discusses key aspects of the diet and […]
Read more »How they work and who can benefit One of the most common questions I get as a cardiologist pertains to the use of statins. Statins are drugs that can lower your cholesterol. They work by blocking a substance your body […]
Read more »February is American Heart Month Did you know… Heart disease and stroke cause one in three deaths among women each year – more than all cancers combined. The good news is the more a woman knows about heart disease, the […]
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.
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