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Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is a vascular surgery aimed at reducing s...

Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) Gainesville’s track record of providing safe and high-qual...

Cardiac catheterization (or heart catheterization) is essential for diagnosing and treating som...

Now that he’s a nurse practitioner, a Habersham native is getting back to his roots in more ways t...

As a heart surgeon, I focus on getting the best results for patients. A great result ...

A healthcare executive with deep roots in the region who has vast experience at all levels, from the...

Cardiac catheterization is a medical procedure used to diagnose and treat heart conditions. Som...

If you have been told that you need a coronary artery bypass grafting surgery, you probably have a l...

Growing up with a mother who was an OB/GYN, Rana ZouveenoorTariq, MD, felt inspired from an ear...

As a boy growing up in India, Dr. Raj Mulyala had to make frequent doctor visits to be treated for a...

At your last checkup, your primary care provider said you have high blood pressure. What does that m...

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is strengthening its heart care team with the addition of six...

People in Northeast Georgia seeking expert care for heart rhythm disorders now have another choice. ...

You might be familiar with coronary artery disease, but how much do you know about carotid artery di...

When he was a student in medical school, Matthew Janko, MD, scrubbed in to assist surgeons during an...

At your last appointment with your cardiologist, you were told you have a CTO, but what exactly is t...

People in northeast Georgia living with severe form of peripheral artery disease (PAD) now have a ne...

Coronary artery disease is the most common type of heart disease in the United States, affecting app...

People in Northeast Georgia seeking the latest minimally invasive treatments for heart valve disease...

Northeast Georgia Health System’s (NGHS) commitment to giving patients the highest-quality care fo...

“I remember hearing the helicopter. Thump-thump-thump, like a heartbeat. But after ...

When Lawrence Justin Charles, MD, was just a kid growing up in Ohio, he learned that his mother need...

People traveling from all over Georgia, bordering states and beyond to have robotic surgery with Nor...

If you’ve ever watched a TV medical drama such as “ER” or “Grey’s...

People seeking treatment for heart failure closer to home now have access t...

People in Cumming, Dawsonville, Dahlonega and surrounding communities now have another choice for ex...

Dozens of leading experts in heart and vascular care from around the country joined more than 730 pr...

Are you at risk for heart disease? For most Americans, the answer is yes. New research is shining a ...

In the past, atrial fibrillation, often called AFib, was primarily diagnosed in older adults. Recent...

After he had a heart attack in spring 2023, Ron Josey was told he would need coronary arte...

Over more than 20 years of practicing cardiology, Zachary George, MD, has learned that it’s import...

People suffering from a heart condition called tricuspid valve regurgitation (TR) have a new option ...

Heart patients in Habersham County now have even more full-time heart care available close to home. ...

Patients seeking surgery in Georgia will soon have access to the newest and most advanced robotic te...

Heart disease affects both men and women, but many still believe it is primarily a concern for men. ...

While heart disease is the leading cause of death among both men and women, it is still often consid...

People in Northeast Georgia can now schedule an appointment with a skilled cardiologist who brings a...

From left to right: Stéphane Rinfret, MD; Zachary George, MD; Olga Toleva, MD People in Northeast G...

Your cardiologist recently referred you to a surgeon, who recommended you undergo heart surgery in t...

Residents of Toccoa, Stephens County and surrounding communities now have improved access to heart h...

Residents of Habersham County and surrounding communities can count on life-saving care in case of a...

When you hear about someone having a heart bypass, you probably think about it as a major open-heart...

GAINESVILLE, Georgia – Georgia Heart Institute is expanding access to unparalleled heart health ca...

At your latest appointment with the cardiologist, you were told that you have atrial fibrillation. W...

Coronary artery bypass surgery, also called heart bypass or CABG, is a common way of treating severe...

As recently as a few decades ago, there were few good options for treating heart health issues like ...

Whether you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure or you are simply at risk of the condition,...

At your recent cardiology appointment, perhaps “TAVR” was mentioned as an option for treating ao...

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – A Habersham County firefighter/paramedic is back on the job after getting a new...

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – People with high blood pressure that isn’t improving with medications now hav...

Photo cutline: (L-R) Habib Samady, MD, president of Georgia Heart Institute; Ugochukwu Egolum, MD, p...

When the body is functioning at its best, all the different parts work collaboratively. So, it makes...

If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, the odds are that your provider recommended som...

If you’ve turned on the TV at any time in the past year, odds are that you’ve seen an ad for a s...

Robotic heart surgery is becoming more common these days, but is it as safe as traditional heart sur...

When you hear the word “heart disease,” you may think it’s a single condition. But in reality,...

If you’ve been told you need to undergo a heart procedure, you probably have many questions. One o...

When a patient goes into cardiac arrest or has a heart attack, they can count on Northeast Georgia M...

Gainesville natives Don and Dot Pirkle had no idea their first date to a Christmas service in 2016 w...

Patients in Demorest have even more to look forward to with Alan Opsahl, MD, joining Georgia Heart I...

You need to have a heart procedure performed in the near future and know that robotic heart surgery ...

The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association recently recognized Northeast Georgia...

If you’ve flipped on the news recently, you may have seen reports about a new medication ...

Learning that you need any type of surgical procedure can be worrisome. When heart surgery is needed...

Whether you’ve lived in northeast Georgia all your life or only recently moved here, you’ve probably realized that it’s hot here in the summer.

Dale and Jean Holmes, a real estate agent and broker in Clarkesville, Georgia, were beginning what t...

This fiber-packed, 5-minute breakfast will help support balanced blood sugar, decrease cholesterol, ...

Metabolic syndrome is incredibly common in the United States. In fact, 1 in 3 adults struggle with m...

Did you know? Around one in 18 Americans has a heart arrhythmia, or a disruption of the heart’s no...

Bobby Bobo, a native of Hawkinsville, Georgia, visited his cardiologist and received some unwanted n...

Georgia Heart Institute: Setting the Standard for Heart Failure Care For patients with heart failure, life can be challenging. At Georgia Heart Institute, we help patients manage their heart health and lead fulfilling lives–even for those with advanced stages of the disease. Learn more about our specialized services and meet our talented and highly-trained heart failure team!

There’s nothing better than a sweet treat at the end of a dinner – especially a warm brownie. It...

Patients in the Buford and Gainesville areas will soon have even more access to quality heart care, ...

You underwent a septal myectomy to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Now what? Any surgical procedu...

The value of hard work is not lost on Karen Gersch, MD. Dr. Gersch grew up on a small, North Carolin...

Offering patients many benefits, robotic heart surgery can sound too good to be true. If a heart sur...

Quinoa is a great side for just about any dish. Plus, it’s great for your heart! Packed with nutri...

If you’ve been diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, your cardiologist may recommend septal ...

Karthik Ramaswamy, MD, is returning home to north Georgia and rejoining the electrophysiology progra...

Looking for a new heart-healthy recipe to add to your week? This savory and delicious herb crusted f...

The use of two new technologies, Octaray Catheter, and the NuVision 4D ICE catheter, now provides a ...

In November of 2022, Glen Henry, MD, FACC, FSCAI, made the move southward from Yale University after...

With all the conflicting information out there, making healthy food choices can quickly become overw...

Debbie Jones has lived all across the United States. The California native met her husband, Chuck, i...

Heart surgeries that used to require long incisions and months of recovery can now be performed in G...

You’ve been diagnosed with cardiac amyloidosis and have begun treatment. But what’s next? Any ti...

When you’re expecting a new addition to the family, your heart health is probably not the first th...

Looking to lower your risk of developing heart health issues, including atrial fibrillation? It turn...

Looking to improve your eating habits in the new year and lower your risk of heart disease? There’...

It’s time for New Year resolutions! This year, why not set some goals for how you can improve your...

If you’ve undergone a CABG, or coronary artery bypass grafting, you know it’s a major procedure....

Aortic aneurysms were the main cause of death of nearly 10,000 people in 2019 in the U.S.  It’s i...

If you’ve been told you have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, you may wonder what that even means. The...

Have you ever heard of the mitral valve? Unless you’ve been diagnosed with mitral valve disease, i...

If you’ve been told you need a heart bypass, you probably have many questions. That’s only natur...

The Braselton and Jefferson communities now have even more access to high-quality heart care as Olan...

You recently underwent a cardiac catheterization to give your cardiologist a good look at your heart...

People in northeast Georgia continue to get more local access to high-quality heart care, as Georgia...

If you’ve experienced a heart attack, it’s only natural to wonder about your health and your fut...

Whether it’s saving lives on a battlefield in Iraq, walking on to a Division 1 college football te...

Patients in the Gainesville and Clayton areas now have even more access to expert heart care as Siva...

In the last few months, you’ve been experiencing shortness of breath, fatigue, and occasional dizz...

A loved one recently had a heart attack, and now you find yourself wondering about your own heart he...

Thousands of pregnant women experience cardiovascular-related complications each year. Physicians an...

During pregnancy, your OB/GYN may talk to you about a number of health conditions he or she will wat...

You “failed” your glucose test, and you’ve been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. What’s ...

The American Heart Association presents the Get With The Guidelines award for proven dedication ...

More than 50 renowned experts in heart care from around the globe gathered in Braselton on Friday wi...

In the last trimester of pregnancy, it’s quite normal for your feet to swell and for you to experi...

Proactively protecting your heart health can help you avoid serious health issues and improve your q...

Just a few miles into last year’s Gran Fondo bike Race in Helen, Georgia, 54-year-old Cory Eubanks...

Summer is here! While we have hot weather, vacations and cookouts to enjoy, it is also important to ...

Georgia Trend magazine recently announced its 2022 Top Doctors list, which includes many physicians ...

As providers at Georgia Heart Institute, it’s only natural that we write a lot about ways to boost...

If you’ve had some type of heart health issue or undergone a surgical procedure related to the hea...

As a third-year medical student, Marc Veneziano, MD was in New York City on September 11, 2001. He c...

It’s been over two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began. There’s no doubt that it’s had an ...

You’ve probably heard about heart disease and other medical conditions “running in the f...

When it comes to planning your health, people often schedule food snacks during their day – either...

Some heart disease risk factors are easy to spot. If you smoke, you know it. If you are constantly s...

When you’re expecting a new addition to the family, your heart health may be the last thing on you...

Valentine’s Day is a chance for us to show love to those who matter most. Why not show a little ex...

Patients searching for structural heart services in Georgia now have a new option for their complex ...

If you’ve ever read a romance novel, you’ve probably seen the cliche phrase, “listen to your h...

While it’s safe to say most of us know the basics when it comes to heart-healthy foods, exercise, ...

The cooler days and nights are settling in. Something about a chill in the air makes all the cozy, w...

At some time or another, you’ve probably filled out an intake form at the doctor’s office that a...

It’s December. You’ve tried to make heart-healthy food decisions most days – but the holidays ...

Your 40th birthday has come and gone. Maybe you’ve scheduled your first mammogram, or started taki...

There are many reasons to love the holiday season, including all the delicious foods and recipes you...

How much do you know about how your heart valves work? You’ve likely heard more about the coronary...

Those who have some type of mental health issue often experience heart health issues, too. But why i...

Managing blood pressure is crucial for a healthy heart, and at Georgia Heart Institute, our experts ...

Could you have heart disease and not even realize it? The answer might surprise you. While many peop...

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) continues to lead the way in innovative heart care with the l...

Just one year ago, Barton, Rexroat and the HCFS Training Center team experienced a life-altering event they never saw coming.

Georgia Heart Institute has always been known for leading the way in cardiovascular care. Now, with ...

At your last appointment with the cardiologist, you were told you needed to have a heart stent impla...

By: Maria Angel, MD | PGY-2 Family Medicine Resident​ Why is it so important to take my medication...

The very idea of a hole in the heart may sound alarming, but it’s surprisingly common. On top of t...

When it comes to heart disease, it’s hard not to automatically think about the three main risk fac...

If you’ve been told you have structural heart disease, you may wonder what that even is. You’re ...

When it comes to heart health, we often hear about heart attacks and heart disease. But heart failur...

Preventing heart disease is important for everyone, but the challenges men and women face are unique...

If you’ve been told you have high blood pressure, you aren’t alone! In fact, you’re in good co...

While it’s no secret that heart disease is incredibly common – and deadly – knowing the key wa...

Ablation is a fairly common type of medical procedure that involves carefully regulated destruction ...

By: Adam J. Raulerson, MS, LMFT While we all know that mental health is important – especially aft...

Spring has finally sprung here in Georgia – and there’s so much to love about the season. All th...

While we may say our heart skips a beat when it comes to falling in love. But when your heart litera...

When it comes to keeping your heart healthy, we hear a lot about what not to eat. But ther...

Everyone has experienced a restless night at least once or twice, likely even more. Worse than the t...

By: Nekitia A. Hyde, BS, Healthcare Leadership, RDMS (AB, Ob/Gyn), RVT  Did you know ...

When it comes to heart health, there are far too many misconceptions. This is especially true for wo...

When you think of heart attack symptoms, what comes to mind? At the top of the list is probably ches...

When discussing heart health, heart failure isn’t always the first condition that comes to mind. H...

by: Tracy Greer, CT Technologist Did you know that heart disease is the number one cause of dea...

You’re probably familiar with conversation hearts, those heart-shaped candies that pop up each Val...

Heart Disease is serious – we know that it’s the number one killer of women and we know that nea...

While this holiday season has been anything but normal, there are simple ways to make the most of it...

There’s nothing better than a warm, freshly-baked cookie on a chilly, winter day. Especially if th...

This time of year is extremely special for many reasons; reconnecting with those we love, enjoying t...

When thinking of your go-to healthcare provider, what’s the first expert that comes to mind? Most ...

There’s so much to love about the fall season – cooler weather, changing leaves and Halloween. B...

This heart-healthy fall recipe is great for individuals with heart failure – and is oh so deli...

When it comes to a condition as common as heart disease – the leading cause of death for both men ...

Author: Ugochukwu O. Egolum, MD, FACC At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March, we noticed a s...

As COVID-19 continues to be a major part of our lives – impacting everything from shopping at groc...

There’s no shortage of reasons to take heart health seriously. Not only is heart disease the leadi...

Doris Croker has no shortage of things keeping her busy. Whether she’s spending time with one of h...

While high cholesterol often gets a bad rap, it is not all negative. In fact, cholesterol plays an e...

There’s no denying that heart disease is scary. After all, it’s the number one health threat we ...

While high blood pressure (AKA: hypertension) may be common – affecting nearly 1 out of every 3 U....

The summer season has officially arrived. Even if the first day of summer isn’t for a few more wee...

Your Safety Comes First – Here Are The Steps We’re Taking. Your health needs don’t stop – an...

By: Ugochukwu O. Egolum, MD, FACC As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to grow and evolve, it’s impo...

When it comes to taking action and supporting your heart health, it’s never a bad time to start. W...

If you had to choose between warm homemade cobbler and fresh fruit, which would you choose? It’...

There’s nothing better than an ooey-gooey brownie; especially one that’s good for your hear...

Most of us can agree that there’s no shortage of reasons to love the holiday season – ga...

Check out this heart-healthy low-sodium avocado-deviled egg recipe that you can use all year round!�...

Written by: The Northeast Georgian Patients with advanced heart failure now have an option for treat...

Are you looking for a delicious heart-healthy recipe for your next holiday gathering? Look no f...

Cardiovascular (heart) disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United St...

As you prepare your holiday menus, check out this low-sodium turkey gravy recipe that will pair...

The holidays will be upon us before we know it. To assist you in following heart failure and cardiac...

We are quickly approaching the holiday season, and we all know what that means – it is time to...

Northeast Georgia Health System patient, David T., recently underwent a heart failure procedure to i...

STEPHEN P. PRATER, MD, FACC, FHRS, NOW ACCEPTING PATIENTSIN BLAIRSVILLE BLAIRSVILLE, Ga. — Dr. Ste...