Published on Sep 29, 2020 by Harish Manyam, MD | 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...
Published on Sep 25, 2018 by Heather Vega | Heart Health, Regain Health, Weight Loss, Women's Cardiology, Women's Health
The first signs of weight related health problems began when I was pregnant with my son in 2000 and I was diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes, which appeared again a year later. By 2016 I was suffering from uncontrolled diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and sleep...
Published on Jun 27, 2018 | Cardiology, Heart Attack, Heart Health, Men's Cardiology, Regain Health, Women's Cardiology
I had a heart attack February 26th. It was a normal day. I felt fine. I’m a cyclist and I rode 40 miles that morning. I went to school. Morning classes went great. When 5th period came around, I was grading some projects and cutting up with the kids. I walked...
Published on Feb 8, 2017 | Cardiology, Heart Health, Men's Cardiology, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Cardiology, Women's Health
Did you know heart disease is the leading cause of death for people in Tennessee? According to the American Heart Association, 1 out of 4 deaths is attributed to heart disease in our state. We all know good habits, like regular exercise and a low-fat diet, can make a...
Published on Dec 13, 2016 | Breakthrough, Cardiology, Heart Attack, Heart Health, Men's Cardiology, Men's Health, Women's Cardiology, Women's Health
The nation is about to see Chattanooga in a new light: as home to the next great heart hospital. We’re bringing in some of the top cardiac surgeons and cardiologists in the world and launching a new era in robotic heart surgery. It’s a giant leap forward. Not just for...
Published on Nov 28, 2016 | Breakthrough, Cardiology, Erlanger News, Heart Health, Men's Cardiology, Women's Cardiology
Due to its ongoing investment in new technologies and specialties, the Erlanger Heart and Lung Institute is now among the very best heart centers in the country with new cardiac bypass surgery. Recently, the Institute announced the arrival of Dr. Larry Shears – one of...
