by Erlanger Marketing | Jan 10, 2024 | Cardiology, Heart Health, Women's Cardiology, Women's Health
Heart disease is often considered a universal threat, as it is the leading cause of death for both men and women in America. However, the way heart disease manifests can differ between genders. The stereotypical image of a heart attack often portrayed involves a man...
by Erlanger Marketing | Nov 17, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Cardiology, Heart Health
In a remarkable leap forward for cardiac care, Dr. Harish Manyam, Dr. Alvaro Manrique, and Dr. Larry Shears achieved a groundbreaking milestone on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, that positions Erlanger Cardiology at the forefront of innovation. The team successfully...
by Erlanger Health System | Jul 20, 2022 | Brain Health & Stroke, Cardiology, Heart Health, High Blood Pressure
Erlanger Health System is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care. American Heart Association awarded EHS with the Gold Plus Achievement Award by treating patients to core standard levels of care as outlined by the American Heart...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 22, 2022 | Cardiology, Heart Health, High Blood Pressure, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
You probably know that heart disease is the top cause of death among American men and women. But did you know that it’s more deadly and common among certain groups? It’s true. While heart disease affects many Americans of both genders, there’s a gap. What do we mean...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 22, 2021 | Cardiology, Heart Health, Regain Health
When the heart is functioning normally, the mitral valve opens up to allow blood to flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. But what happens when the valve leaks? That’s what’s known as mitral valve disease, which occurs when the valve doesn’t work properly....
by Harish Manyam, MD | Sep 29, 2020 | Cardiology, Heart Health, Men's Cardiology, Stay Well, Women's Cardiology, Women's Health
What promises can you make to yourself to ensure a heart-healthy future is ahead? Let’s take a look at a few. The heart — it’s a relatively small organ in the body with a significantly large impact. This organ pumps blood throughout the circulatory system, providing...