Search Results for: cardiologist

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  UPMC Cardiologist Encourages Men to Take Their Heart Health Seriously

  July 15, 2021

  Men often will not take the time for self-care, physical activity, and mental health. That's a concern because they may end up paying for it in the long run.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  Celebrate Heart Month: What Is a Cardiologist?

  January 14, 2017

  A cardiologist is a heart specialist who treats many types of heart and blood vessel conditions. Learn about how you can talk to your cardiologist.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Cardiac catheterization, cardiologist, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol

  

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  UPMC Life Changers: Dr. Katie Berlacher Saw a Need for More Diversity in Cardiology. She and UPMC Are Addressing That Need

  February 1, 2024

  UPMC cardiologist Katie Berlacher, MD, started the I Look Like a Cardiologist program in an effort to increase diversity in the cardiology workforce.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Point-of-Care Ultrasound: What to Know

  January 10, 2024

  Point-of-care ultrasound is a focused ultrasound exam. A clinician performs this exam at a person's bedside. They do this to speed up decision-making and answer specific questions in real time.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Consideration

  

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  Runner Survives Heart Attack During Half Marathon: Greg’s Story

  January 9, 2024

  When Greg suffered a heart attack and went into cardiac arrest during a half-marathon, UPMC employees jumped in to help. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

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  Walter’s Story: A New Lease on Life After Open Heart Surgery

  November 24, 2023

  In June 2023, Walter underwent successful double bypass surgery at UPMC Harrisburg. Learn more about his story.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

• Article - 4 Minute Read

  Women’s Heart Health 101: Your Guide to the Right Care

  February 11, 2024

  Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Learn more about risk factors from the experts at UPMC.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  What to Do When Your Child Experiences Fainting and Dizziness

  October 20, 2023

  Fainting is common in children. Although it usually is not serious, it's important to recognize the signs and know what to do when it happens.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialtty

  

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  How Are Heart Defects in Infants and Kids Diagnosed?

  October 18, 2023

  Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defect. Learn about these heart defects in infants and children, and how they're diagnosed, and treated.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics, Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery