Latest Advances in Diagnosis & Treatment Techniques at the Heart Institute
If you are diagnosed with heart disease, your doctor may recommend that you take immediate action to avoid a heart attack. The treatment for coronary artery disease varies depending on individual needs. St. Joseph’s Heart Institute offers the latest interventional methods.
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Condition Center
Stroke
What is a Stroke?
A Stroke occurs when the flow of oxygenated blood to the brain is suddenly interrupted. There are two types of Stroke: 1) Ischemic Stroke which is caused by the buildup of fatty deposits (plaque) in a brain artery, or by a blood clot which blocks blood flow in a brain artery; or
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Procedure & Test Explanations
Intraaortic Balloon Pump (IABP): Why is the doctor performing this procedure? To increase blood flow to the heart and body, and to decrease the heart's workload. What is the procedure?
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Other Procedures:
St. Joseph Medical Center is pleased to offer HeartAware - an innovative new heart disease detection program that is saving lives across the country. Our goal, in conjunction with the National Heart Organization, is to save the lives of people with cardiac disease who don’t know it. Please contact - 410-337-1110 for more details
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Patient Testimonials
Imagine, if you can, the experience of being near-dead, chilled literally to the bone – and then being brought back to life.
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Cardiovascular Fitness
Cardiovascular Fitness at St. Joseph Medical Center provides education, counseling, behavior modification and exercise through a variety of programs aimed at reducing the risk of heart disease. Programs are for anyone interested in either prevention of, or recovery from, cardiovascular disease.
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Meet Our Heart Specialists
At St. Joseph’s Medical Center our Heart Specialists will tailor your treatment to your individual needs.
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