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.
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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