PinnedJohn Vitarello MDHow to Make Sense of your Cholesterol TestKnowing your cholesterol level can save your life. According to a study published by the American Heart Association, a heart attack occurs…Dec 19, 2022Dec 19, 2022
John Vitarello MDThe Evolving Treatment of Aortic StenosisAortic stenosis, a common valvular heart disease characterized by the narrowing of the aortic valve, has witnessed remarkable advancements…Dec 27, 2023Dec 27, 2023
John Vitarello MDIf You Have Coronary Artery Disease, Lower LDL-Cholesterol is BetterBy John A. P. Vitarello MDNov 12, 2023Nov 12, 2023
John Vitarello MDWhat is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF, pronounced hef-pef) also known as diastolic heart disease, is a cardiovascular…Aug 14, 2023Aug 14, 2023
John Vitarello MDPeople with High Levels of Lipoprotein (a) Are At Increased Risk for Heart AttackStandard cholesterol panels do not test for Lipoprotein (a)- Lp(a), a dangerous type of cholesterol that increases our risk for heart…Jun 8, 2023Jun 8, 2023
John Vitarello MDA Weight Loss and Diabetes Medication called Semgalutide Protects the HeartSemaglutide is a medication that is approved by the FDA to help people with obesity lose weight and treat type 2 diabetes. Recent studies…Apr 4, 2023Apr 4, 2023
John Vitarello MDHow to Treat Atrial Fibrillation: A Guide for PatientsAtrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart rhythm disorder that affects millions of Americans. It is characterized by an irregular and…Feb 13, 2023Feb 13, 2023
John Vitarello MDHalf of Adults Have High Blood Pressure: Do you?High blood pressure, referred to as hypertension, is a medical condition that afflicts about half of Americans and yet many are unaware…Dec 30, 2022Dec 30, 2022
