eCardioVascular Beat

Taking the stealth out of vascular disease

A simple screening test for patients at risk for peripheral vascular disease may prevent a surprise heart attack or stroke.
[ Brad Evans, M.D., interventional cardiologist, Providence Portland Medical Center ]

Apnea causes more than lost sleep

Untreated, the disorder can lead to serious cardiovascular conditions including arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension and valvular disease.
[ Emilia Arden, D.O., F.A.C.C., cardiologist, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center ]

Sex after heart attack – when is it safe?

Patients may be reluctant to raise the subject, but a candid conversation can ease their worries.
[ James Beckerman, M.D., cardiologist, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center ]

Was the Surgeon General’s call to action justified?

The U.S. Surgeon General’s report on deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism created more provider documentation – and more lifesaving public awareness.
[ W. Kent Williamson, M.D., vascular surgeon, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center ]

Inside

• Behind the invention: Albert Starr, M.D., explains how he and Lowell Edwards developed the mitral valve prosthesis
• Outstanding STEMI performance starts in the living room
• Providence hospitals again honored for heart, stroke care
• Providence Heart and Vascular Institute experts in the media