Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

This was sent by anonymous The patient is a 55-year-old male who presented to the emergency department after approximately 3 to 4 days of intermittent central boring chest pain initially responsive to nitroglycerin, but is now more constant and not responsive to nitroglycerin. It is unknown when this pain recurred and became constant. More past history: hypertension, tobacco use, coronary artery disease with two vessel PCI to the right coronary artery and circumflex artery several years prior.

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AMS Cardiology

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

During the colder months, it can be challenging to maintain an active lifestyle and prioritize cardiovascular health. Staying motivated is crucial, especially for older individuals who want to improve their heart health. Below we’ll explore several ways to stay active and incorporate exercise into your daily routine even when the weather gets cold.

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Exercise Chest Pain Diet Education 52

Conquering CHD

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Dear friends and community, As we celebrate ten years of Conquering CHD, it also marks my 18th year as an advocate for congenital heart disease. I am entering into a new season of life as our youngest son has successfully transitioned to managing his CHD care and is off to college this fall. It is time to pass the torch to Carissa Ostrom as Executive Director and Karen Grossich as Outreach Director.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Research Heart Disease 52

Heart Sisters

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Two-thirds of clinical research on heart disease is still done on white middle-aged men. Will this new grant fund a solution to an alarming gender gap?

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