Peter Chan, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in complex coronary interventions and and peripheral vascular disease and is fellowship-trained in treating structural heart problems and circulation disorders. Let’s get to know Dr. Chan, why he chose to join WakeMed Heart & Vascular, and what’s the latest in interventional cardiology. Q: Tell us […]
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, a relatively rare heart condition called myocarditis has garnered a lot of media attention. Myocarditis, COVID-19 and Other Offenders Identified as inflammation of the heart muscle, acute myocarditis is most often caused by infection with a virus. Historically, viruses such as the common cold, hepatitis B and C, the herpes simplex […]
The implantable cardioverter defibrillator, also known as an ICD, was developed in 1980 and approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in 1985 – and its sole purpose is to prevent sudden cardiac death, also known as sudden cardiac arrest. This occurs when the heart stops beating suddenly due to a problem with the […]
In health care, just like the old saying goes, it’s often true that two heads are better than one. That’s why patients with pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) who experience device complications or malfunctions can now benefit from a new program that pairs a cardiovascular surgeon and an electrophysiologist together in a single multidisciplinary […]
Up to 30 percent of patients who have heart surgery will experience acute kidney injury (AKI), although the cause is not exactly understood by researchers. While these injuries typically cause no serious long-term damage, they can increase hospital stays by weeks – significantly delaying recovery. WakeMed 1 of Only 3 Developing a Diagnostic Indicator WakeMed’s […]
Is it Time to Quit With WakeMed? Quit With WakeMed is a virtual tobacco cessation program — designed to help patients quit smoking and tobacco use for good. Modeled after the Duke Cancer Institute’s tobacco cessation program, Quit at Duke, this model has been proven to be approximately 10 times more effective than quitting on […]
Brussels Sprout Arugula Walnut Slaw SERVES 4 Need a heart healthy veggie side dish for your Thanksgiving meal? This flavorful slaw makes for a great starter! INGREDIENTS 1 cup chopped walnuts 2 pounds of Brussels sprout 5 oz arugula 2 shallots 2 tablespoon sherry vinegar 2 tablespoon seeded dijon mustard 3 tablespoon maple syrup 1 […]
Thanksgiving is a time for family, fun and…food! While a holiday that’s heavily focused on eating can be challenging for patients with a heart condition, a little sound advice and some creativity can help everyone can enjoy a memorable, tasty and healthy holiday meal. We consulted WakeMed’s team of expert dietitians to provide some guidance […]
Aside from focusing on a heart healthy Thanksgiving, there’s also the serious matter of a global pandemic to consider. WakeMed’s Infection Prevention Specialist Jessica Dixon, MPA, BSN, RN, CIC, FAPIC, offers some guidance as we prepare for the upcoming holiday. Dixon starts by saying that for families who are fully-vaccinated without anyone at high-risk, it’s […]
The decision to have surgery is a serious one that often comes with many patient concerns. How long will I be in the hospital and what will recovery be like? What are the complication risks, and how soon until I can get back to my regular routine? These are common, valid concerns for anyone considering […]
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