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Michael Castine, MD

Cardiology, Heart & Vascular, Interventional Cardiology Program

Dr. Castine graduated with Honors from the University of Michigan, with concentrations in Biopsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience as well as Cell and Molecular Biology. He obtained his MD from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-New Jersey Medical School. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Tufts-New England Medical Center in Boston, MA, followed by a fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases at Brown University in Providence, RI. Lastly, he completed a fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at the University of Massachusetts in Worcester, MA.

Dr. Castine's clinical interests include non-invasive and interventional treatment of acute and chronic CAD, PVD (peripheral vascular disease, including management of both arterial and venous insufficiency), as well as the inpatient and outpatient care of the general cardiovascular patient.

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Prevention & Wellness
Mar 25, 2022

Avoiding a Cold Weather Heart Attack

Cold weather can cause your arteries to constrict, which can mean your heart has to work harder due to a rise in blood pressure and pulse.
By Michael Castine, MD
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Conditions & Treatment
Dec 9, 2021

Congestive Heart Failure: Surprising Symptoms

Nausea, indigestion and stomach pain are just some of the lesser known symptoms of congestive heart failure.
By Michael Castine, MD
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Conditions & Treatment
Aug 10, 2021

Why Are My Legs in Pain?

Leg discomfort is a common and often overlooked warning sign of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) – a condition in which there is damage or blockage in the blood vessels distant from your heart.
By Michael Castine, MD
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Conditions & Treatment
Nov 6, 2020

Symptoms of Heart Disease in Women

Some women with heart disease may have no symptoms, while some might experience more typical symptoms. Symptoms can sometimes seem vague, and dissimilar to the crushing chest discomfort many associate with heart attacks.
By Michael Castine, MD
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Food & Fitness
Oct 28, 2021

Heart-Healthy Southern Recipe Swaps

Simple recipe swaps you can make to enjoy your favorite Southern dishes while being kind to your heart.
By Michael Castine, MD
Life After Heart Attack
Conditions & Treatment
Sep 4, 2020

Recovery Tips for Life After a Heart Attack

As a cardiologist, I recommend these five basic steps to my patients in the post-heart attack recovery period.
By Michael Castine, MD
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Prevention & Wellness
Sep 4, 2020

Can Being Scared Be Good for Your Health?

In the face of a scary event, real or fake, a person's “fight-or-flight” response can take over, which can result in a myriad of positive changes to your body.
By Michael Castine, MD
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