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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 and portions, you can enjoy a full meal in cel

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 de

8 servings  This recipe is Gluten Free. Feel free to make substitutions to make your casserole vegetarian or dairy free. 3 cups cooked, diced chicken breast (can use the white meat off a rotisserie or use leftover cooked chicken breast) 4 small re

1 serving  1/3 cup old fashioned oats  3 tablespoons low fat milk (or milk substitution of your choice) 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt  1/2 tablespoon honey  1/2 tsp vanilla extract  1/2 cup diced fresh fruit (bananas or any berrie

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 cho

Adapted from Skipthesalt.com Ingredients: 12 ounces whole-wheat pasta: rotini or penne shaped1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth1 garlic clove, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1 can (28 ounces) unsalted diced tomatoes in juice1 p

Interventional cardiology is a subspecialty of cardiology that uses specialized catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat heart attacks, coronary artery disease, vascular disease, structural heart disease, and congenital heart defects. Click here

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 nonsurgica

Dr. Zain Ahmed 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 complete

Serves 2 New England strawberry picking season is fast approaching! Use fresh or frozen berries for this recipe. Ingredients:  2 cups strawberries. If using fresh strawberries, add ½ cup ice cubes. If using frozen strawberries, omit the ice

It is almost grilling season! For a meat-free grill night, try this healthy fish alternative. Try making a variety of different kabobs using a variety of vegetables or fish types. Adapted from Taste of Home  Makes 4 servings Nutrition per kab

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

Dr. Allison Padegimas specializes in women and heart disease. Click here for an interview where she discusses strategies women can take to avoid heart disease.

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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z21wmjCWqGU

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&nbs

Low sodium, low fat ½ baguette, cut into ½ inch thick slices  2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil  1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley  2 cloves minced garlic 3 tomatoes, diced (take seeds out if desired)  1 tsp olive oil  2 tsp

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 not eating avocados, eating

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

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 T

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

Easy & Quick ~ Serves 4   1 lb salmon  2 Tbsp olive oil  ½ tsp minced garlic  2 Tbsp honey 1 dash black pepper 1 Tbsp lemon juice  1 dash dried or fresh parsley  4 sweet potatoes   4 cups broccoli  Pre

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 ho

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 called hypertension&m

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 strategies for improving your

Serves 4-6  6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks  1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes; use a no salt version or freshly diced tomatoes 1 tbsp light olive oil  1 medium sized onion, chopped  5 carrots, peeled and

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 is a

Ingredients: Olive oil, for frying  2 medium heads cauliflower (about 1½ lb each), cored and cut into 1½  inch florets  1½  cups plain Greek yogurt  ½  teaspoon lemon juice  1 small garlic

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 to grab and go

A low-sodium recipe adapted from HackingSalt.com Serves 8  Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes, very thinly sliced  1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced 1½ cups grated Swiss cheese, divided into 1 cup and ½ cup portion

Adapted from www.sodiumgirl.com Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 small- to medium-sized spaghetti squash 1 can no-salt-added pumpkin puree 2 cups no-salt-added tomato puree 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes ½ teaspoon garlic

6 minced garlic cloves 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons rubbed sage  1 teaspoon dried thyme  2 teaspoons ground pepper  ½ teaspoon ground allspice  ½ teaspoon ground ginger  ½ teaspoon ground mustard  &f

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 case

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.

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 hear

Serves 6, 6-8 oz per serving  Adapted from TasteandSee.Com 1 pound peeled , diced carrots 1 pound peeled parsnips, cut into 1 inch wide by 2 inch pieces 1 1/2 pounds multicolor baby potatoes, cut in half if larger size 1 small butternut squas

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 Middl

Ingredients: 4 ounces whole wheat or gluten free penne pasta  2 TBSP olive oil, divided  1 medium onion, diced  1 small bunch broccoli florets 6 ounces cherry tomatoes 2 tsp capers  2 tsp white wine vinegar 2 tsp no salt a

(Source: Davita Kidney Care recipes)  Serves 8  Ingredients 8 ounces whipped low-fat cream cheese 1/2 cup low-sugar red raspberry preserves 3 cups Reddi-Wip® dairy whipped topping1 prepared graham cracker crust, 9″ siz

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 practitio

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 doctors recognized as

The DASH diet, developed specifically to help lower or control high blood pressure, is associated with reduced inflammation of the heart, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. In addition, researc

The American Heart Association shares a short video about how to pick out seasonal fruits and vegetables. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=15&v=8dwcfew8XoY&feature=emb_logo

(Serves 2) 2 skinned salmon fillets  1/4 cup pure maple syrup  1/2 tablespoon lemon juice   1 teaspoon minced garlic  1 tablespoon coconut aminos (a lower sodium substitute for soy sauce) 1 teaspoon ginger   1 tablespoon o

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 ca

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. https://www.you

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil  1 tablespoon chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin  1 teaspoon garlic powder  1 large red bell pepper, sliced  1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced 1 large (about 2 c

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 coronar

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 heart attack, s

Serves 2  Cooking spray Heavy duty aluminum foil  2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts  ½ fresh lemon 1 cup fresh zucchini or yellow squash chopped 1 cup diced baking potato (scrubbed, keep skin on)  ½ cup diced onion