Heart & Vascular Care
Blog
What You Need to Know About Atrial Fibrillation
It is estimated that 2.7 million Americans are afflicted by atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition in which the top and bottom portion of the heart are out of sync. The result may be a rapid…
Blog
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Riverside Healthcare
American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation The cardiac program at Riverside Healthcare is geared towards patients with chronic heart disease. Similarly, the pulmonary program is dedicated to patients with chronic pulmonary disease. Combining…
Blog
Stronger heart, new start: Riverside team helps turn severe heart failure into a dramatic recovery
Brian Choquette is feeling fantastic these days. You’d probably never guess that he went through life-threatening heart problems. Sinan Simsir, MD is a Cardiothoracic surgeon with Riverside Healthcare. It all started when he arrived…
Blog
WATCHMAN: An Alternative Treatment to Blood Thinners
Atrial fibrillation causes your heart to beat irregularly, which affects its ability to pump blood normally. When the heart doesn’t pump as it should, blood can collect and form clots. If a clot…
Blog
Ask The Doctor – Heart Failure
Today’s questions are being answered by Dr. Vijay Haryani, an Interventional Cardiologist with the Riverside Heart and Vascular Institute. My mom was diagnosed with heart failure. Are there signs I should watch for with…
Podcast
What You Need to Know About Heart Disease
What You Need to Know About Heart Disease In the United States, someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds. But, not every heart attack looks the same. In fact,…
Podcast
What are CT Heart Scans and why are they important?
Heart health is something you can take into your own hands, as there are many modifiable risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. If you smoke, are overweight or obese, lead a sedentary lifestyle,…
Video
World’s Smallest Pacemaker: Micra Transcatheter Pacing System (TPS)
World’s Smallest Pacemaker: Micra Transcatheter Pacing System (TPS) The heart’s rhythm is a crucial part of one’s overall health. If it beats too fast, too slow, or experiences pauses in…
Video
HEALTHCURRENTS – Spotlight on Heart Surgery
The growth of the Riverside Heart & Vascular Institute continues to bring new advancements, technologies and expertise to our region. The many benefits our patients receive are in part due…
Blog
HEALTHCURRENTS – Heart Disease Prevention
Knowing your risk of developing heart disease is extremely important and can help guide you to take a proactive approach to heart health. Keep your finger on the pulse of…