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How Patient and Family Advisory Councils Improve Your Patient Experience
Patient and Family Advisory Councils play a vital role in delivering quality care to both patients and families. Simply put, they allow
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New Treatment Offers Hope for Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a condition that restricts blood flow to a person’s limbs, most commonly the legs. Caused by a buildup of fatty plaque in the arteries, PAD affects between 8 to 12 million Americans.
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What Necessary Surgeries Mean to Patients and Physicians
In early March, McKaylee Prochazka of Lake Nona had emergency surgery for kidney stones and a stent was inserted to drain any pieces that remained. Soon after surgery, the Orange County school teacher developed a urinary tract infection.
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Understanding Heart Disease in Women
Heart disease is often thought of as a “man’s disease,” but it is the leading cause of death in women in the United States, with one in every five women dying from this illness. Even without symptoms, women can still be at-risk for heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, almost 64 percent of women who die suddenly from coronary heart disease have no symptoms. That’s why it is important for women to be aware of the risks and take preventive steps. For those with heart disease, it is vital to take good care to minimize the progression of the illness.
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Need Help Making a Patient’s Experience Better? Just Dial 4343!
When Shannon’s patient in the Emergency Department commented that his upcoming birthday was usually a “not-so-fun day,” it got her attention. After all, this patient was about to be admitted for surgery and would still be in the hospital on a day that should be special and fun. Once again, the patient was headed for a “not-so-fun” birthday.
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Keeping Your Heart Healthy During Cancer Treatment
As doctors, our goal when dealing with cancer is to develop the best treatment plan for our patients.
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Can Sex Stop Your Heart? It’s Possible
While having sex increases your vitals, it is less of a workout than walking up two or three flights of stairs or even walking on a treadmill, according to research published in Harvard Men’s Health Watch. The study, which primarily focuses on men, reported that women also experience increased pulse rates, blood pressure and breathing, but to a lesser degree.
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How Heart Disease Affects Cancer Survivors
People diagnosed with cancer at a young age may have a higher risk of heart conditions in the future, according to one recent study.
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Building Health Literacy: How to Empower Patients with Health Information
With all the health information available online, in doctor’s offices and during doctor-patient interactions, it can be difficult for patients to make sense of it all.
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Preventing Heart Attacks: Is it Time to Learn Your Calcium Score?
If you’re wondering about your chances of having a heart attack over the next five years, a calcium score screening test could offer important insights.
