Patient education
Managing Your Health
Small daily habits make a big difference to your heart. Here is where to start. Learn the everyday steps that protect your heart and feel confident taking care of it at home.
Everyday heart care
Three habits to build into your routine
Know your blood pressure
Your numbers show how hard your heart is working. Checking them at home gives you and your cardiologist a clearer picture than a single reading at the clinic.
Tip: Learn how to take your blood pressure, and keep a written record of every result.
Give recovery time
Healing after a heart attack is not something to rush. Your body is repairing itself, and pushing too hard too soon can set you back.
Tip: Expect recovery to take four to eight weeks, and get plenty of rest.
Keep blood sugar in check
Diabetes and heart disease often go hand in hand. High blood sugar can strain your heart and blood vessels over time.
Tip: If you are diabetic, controlling your blood sugar is very important to prevent further complications.
Support at home
Bring your family in
Your heart health is not a journey you have to take alone. When the people closest to you understand your condition, they can encourage your habits and notice when something feels wrong.
Ask them to learn CPR
In a cardiac emergency, every minute counts. Ask your family to learn CPR, so someone beside you knows exactly what to do until medical help arrives.
Not sure where to begin? Talk to our team.
We will review your heart health with you and build a plan that fits your life.
Coverage
Insurance
We work with many major insurance plans to help make your care affordable. Not sure about your coverage? Contact our office, and we will check your plan before your visit.
Our team can explain any costs you may have, so there are no surprises. Have your insurance card ready when you call or arrive for your appointment.