Understanding Your Blood Pressure Readings
By Felipe Fernandez del Castillo, MD Division of Nephrology February is American Heart Month, a perfect time to learn more about blood pressure and your health. Regular blood pressure …
Medical Mythbuster: Shoveling Snow Can Cause a Heart Attack
This is frighteningly true for some people, especially those living with heart disease or other cardiovascular issues. Living in New England, we are all too familiar with shoveling out …
Congratulations Dr. Carlucci!
At the Heart and Stroke Ball held on Saturday, April 2nd in Worcester, Chair of Medical Specialties Dr. Daniel Carlucci accepted one of the American Heart Association’s highest honors, …
Five Lifestyle Habits to Improve Your Heart Health
By Kenneth Kronlund, MD, FACP Medical Director, Quality and Risk Management It’s always a good time to think about the importance of heart health and ways to adopt healthier …
5 Healthy Habits to Shape Your Heart Health
By Robert Harizi, MD Chief of Cardiology, Reliant Medical Group It’s always a good time to understand the importance of heart health and adopt healthier behaviors that can decrease …
Is Your Child at Risk for Heart Problems?
By Robert Harizi, MD Chief of Cardiology Reliant Medical Group Many of us probably think that heart problems are something that only happens to those who are middle-aged or …
Medical Minute: Congestive Heart Failure
Nurse Practitioner Laura Small discusses the types of congestive heart failure, symptoms, and causes in this Medical Minute. Learn more about this chronic condition that affects the heart’s ability …
Medical Minute: Nuclear Stress Test Explained
In addition to an exercise stress test, your doctor may order a nuclear stress test. This is done by using an imaging machine to create pictures showing the blood …
Medical Minute: Stress Test and What to Expect
If you’ve been scheduled for an exercise stress test, watch this video to find out what to expect! Dr. Robert Harizi, Chief of Cardiology; Joan Arakelian, Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology; …
Subtle Signs Can Signal a Heart Attack in Women
By Deepti Kumar, MD Reliant Medical Group Cardiology Many people think that a heart attack always begins with chest pain. And while it’s a very common sign of a …
I Just Fainted, Should I See a Doctor?
By Dr. Robert Harizi Reliant Medical Group Cardiology It can happen to anyone. All of a sudden you feel a little dizzy and light-headed, and then, (thump!) you wake …
Can You Really Die of a Broken Heart?
By Robert Harizi, MD Reliant Medical Group Cardiology Most of us have probably experienced a broken heart at some point in our lives, but can you really die from …
Can Owning a Dog Help Protect You From Heart Disease?
By Robert Harizi, MD Chief of Cardiology Reliant Medical Group Our canine companions may be more important than we think when it comes to our heart health. In fact, …
Medical Mythbuster: Do Women Have Heart Attacks?
The fact is, in the United States, more women die of heart disease than cancer, making it the leading cause of death for women in our country. Although people …
Learn the Keys to Better Heart Health
February is National Heart Month, which makes it the ideal time to learn more about preventing heart disease – one of America’s biggest health problems. Just because you feel …
Reliant Cardiologists Get to the Heart of the Matter
The heart isn’t just one of the most important organs in the body, it’s also one of the most complicated. We don’t often think much about the complex functioning …
Know the Warning Signs of Heatstroke
Heatstroke is a very dangerous condition caused by the body overheating. It requires immediate treatment as it can be life-threatening. Look for these warning signs: High body temperature. A body …
February is National Heart Month!
The month of February is a great time to learn more about your risk for heart disease and stroke. Our “5 Key Facts about Heart Disease” will help you …
February 6th is National Go Red For Women Day
National Wear Red Day For Women occurs on the first Friday in February. Designed to urge women as well as people from all walks of life, businesses, towns, schools, …
Reliant Receives Echocardiography Accreditation by the IAC
Reliant Medical Group Cardiology departments located in Worcester, Auburn, and Milford MA have been granted a three-year term of accreditation in Echocardiography in the areas of Adult Transthoracic by …
Cardiologists Get to the Heart of the Problem
The heart isn’t just one of the most important organs in the body, it’s also one of the most complicated. We don’t often think much about the complex functioning …
Medical Minute: High Blood Pressure
Dr. Kristen Newsom, a family practice physician at our Holden location, discusses high blood pressure in her second “Medical Minute” video. Take a look!
Heart Healthy Lifestyle Changes
These lifestyle changes can make a difference and lead to a healthier heart: Quit smoking as soon as possible Get a yearly flu shot Always track medications, dosage, and …