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June 2007: Cardiac Care

It’s your heart – listen to it

 

In the United States alone, over 79,400,000 people have one or more forms of cardiovascular disease*.  Are you in that number?  Determining the presence of heart disease can be difficult.  But new examination techniques are changing the way your cardiologist sees into your heart – making the job of keeping you healthy a little bit easier.  In this issue we explore some of those options, hear from an ‘unexpected patient,’ and give you a few pointers to consider when exam time comes.


Healthcare news: Cardiac CT
A simple, easy-to-experience coronary exam detects problems before they become serious.
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Profiles in Excellence: Dr. Ken Kronhaus
This cardiologist continues to make a difference in his patient’s lives by employing the most advanced diagnostic tools.

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Patient Story: “I owe my life to this technology.”

Unaware of his serious heart condition, Bud Hedinger’s life is about to change – for the better.

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Exam Guide: Cardiac CT
What is CT?  Why do you need it?  What is your doctor looking for?  Find out.

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Resources: Having a heart exam? 10 things to ask your cardiologist.

Be prepared.  Keep these tips handy and become a better informed patient.

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Site of the month:

Are you at risk for heart disease?  Predict your own vulnerability using the Framingham Study score sheets.

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*Source American Heart Association

 

 

 

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Jot down key issues to discuss with your doctor - before your visit.

 

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