Conditions & Treatment

Nov 2, 2020

Heart disease in Pregnancy

Some pregnant women with heart disease can face serious complications while they are expecting, and it can cause lifelong, adverse health effects in both the mother and child.

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 28, 2020

12-Year-Old Fully Recovers After Heart Stopped Twice from COVID-19

It was one of the scariest days of Juliet Daly's life when she had to be rushed to the hospital due to severe complications from COVID-19

Food & Fitness

Sep 10, 2020

Returning to Sports After COVID-19: Impacts on the Heart

We all know that physical activity increases your heart rate, but increasing your heart rate too high after COVID-19 can put a detrimental strain on your heart.

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 9, 2020

What is Congenital Heart Disease?

In short, congenital heart disease is any malformation of the heart.

Conditions & Treatment

May 1, 2020

Scheduling Cardiology Appointments during COVID-19

Ochsner Cardiology has a few upcoming changes to our clinic appointments and hospital procedures due to COVID-19.

Conditions & Treatment

Apr 1, 2020

Do I Really Need an Amputation?

About 2.1 million Americans have experienced an amputation and more than 185,000 amputations are performed each year, according to the National Limb Loss Information Center.

Conditions & Treatment

Mar 26, 2020

Coronavirus Information for Heart Patients

What experts have observed concerning the coronavirus and heart disease patients including risk, symptoms, and what to do if you think you may have the virus.

Conditions & Treatment

Mar 4, 2020

How Congenital Heart Disease Can Affect Neurodevelopment in Children

Neurodevelopmental issues can arise from many factors like genetic issues, abnormal blood flow, and as side effects from the surgical procedures these patients undergo.

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 26, 2020

Heart Disease Prevention: Six Things to Do Today

You may have heard that heart disease is the number one killer in men and women in the United States, yet only 1 in 5 people believe that heart disease is their greatest health threat.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 24, 2020

Does Good Oral Hygiene Mean a Healthier Heart?

You may have heard about research in the past that showed poor oral hygiene can lead to heart problems, because of increased bacteria in the bloodstream that increases inflammation in the body. Inflammation can lead to heart-related complications.

Food & Fitness

Feb 19, 2020

4 Tips For A Heart-Healthy Life

The path to a healthier heart begins with you. Follow these simple lifestyle tips to give your heart a little extra love.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 19, 2020

Low Blood Pressure

Inadequate blood flow due to low blood pressure could result in oxygen and nutrients not reaching key organs. For some, it causes no problems at all, but it can cause dizziness and fainting in others.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 17, 2020

Everything to Know About the Pediatric Cath Lab

Ochsner Health has a pediatric interventional cath lab, which further enhances our abilities to provide quality care for heart patients of all ages.

Health Trends

Feb 10, 2020

What is Interventional Cardiology?

Place your hand over your chest. Do you feel that? It’s your lifeline. Your heart beats about 2.5 billon times over the average lifetime. Heart health is important at every age.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 7, 2020

What is Cardiac Amyloidosis?

Cardiac amyloidosis is when abnormal proteins build up and deposit into your heart. If left untreated, a patient may experience congestive heart failure.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 4, 2020

Broken Heart Syndrome

Have you ever had your heart broken? It hurts, doesn’t it. But there’s actually a real medical condition called “broken heart syndrome,'' which refers to a weakening of the muscles of the heart.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 3, 2020

Chest Pain in Kids: Is It Cardiac?

Both adults and children can have chest pain. But it’s important to remember that kids are not just small adults, and the causes of chest pain are much different.

Conditions & Treatment

Jan 30, 2020

What is Single Ventricle Congenital Heart Disease?

Single ventricle heart disease is when one side of the heart does not form properly in utero. There are many variations of single ventricle heart disease.

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.

Conditions & Treatment

Jul 23, 2019

Top Apps for Heart Health

There’s an app for almost anything these days – including for your heart health! And the best part is you’ve got plenty of options to choose from based on your personal health goals and your phone’s operating system.

Conditions & Treatment

Apr 17, 2019

What is a Heart Valve?

What happens to your heart when you have a problem with one (or more) of your heart valves?

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 13, 2019

6 Things to Know About Congenital Heart Disease

Heart mom Lacie Patterson discusses what she wish she would've known when her son Dylan was diagnosed with congenital heart disease.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 12, 2019

Cath Lab 101: Behind the Laboratory Door

Inside the cath lab, interventional cardiologists work with a team of nurses, procedural x-ray techs and other support staff to quickly evaluate cardiovascular conditions and treat blockages and other problems in the arteries.

By Vijay Ravipati, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 11, 2019

What Is a Congenital Heart Defect?

Did you know congenital heart defects are one of the most common types of birth abnormalities?

Health Trends

Feb 11, 2019

How Does Being in Love Affect the Heart? (Video)

Can love have a physiological effect on the heart? Cardiologists Nichole and Glenn Polin, MDs, explain.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 4, 2019

What is Aortic Stenosis?

Aortic stenosis is one of the most common heart valve disease problems. Here’s the 411 on what it is and treatment options.

Health Trends

Sep 4, 2020

Can Saints Football Stress Affect Your Heart?

Think about the last time you watched a game…was your heart pounding? As the stakes are getting higher, so are our heart rates.

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 4, 2020

Tips for Traveling with a Pacemaker

If you have a pacemaker or a surgically implanted defibrillator (ICD) it’s important to take precautions before jetting off for your summer vacation.

Food & Fitness

May 30, 2018

Can Cardiorespiratory Fitness Lower Your Cancer Death Risk?

Cardiorespiratory fitness (also known as aerobic fitness) contributes to your overall heart heath. But what about reducing your risk of dying from cancer?

Food & Fitness

Sep 4, 2020

Heart-Healthy Diet: 6 Tips

Fruits and vegetables, whole grains and limited sodium intake are some of the best ways to fight heart disease.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 26, 2018

What is an LVAD?

Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) or “heart pumps” support heart function and assist in blood flow to the body.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 23, 2018

Pacemaker helps this Ochsner patient 'live hard and live well'

With the help of a pacemaker and his cardiology care team, Billy Freiberg is no longer just keeping pace.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 15, 2018

6 Heart Disease Myths Busted

Putting to rest some of the most enduring myths about heart disease, including who it affects and when.

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 1, 2018

Meet Your Circulatory System

Your circulatory system works as a team to keep your blood pumping. Meet some of the main players, see what could go wrong, and discover what you can do to maintain a healthy circulatory system.

Conditions & Treatment

Nov 30, 2017

Managing Hypertension During the Holidays

The holidays can cause concern for those monitoring medical conditions like hypertension and heart disease.

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 27, 2017

A child's journey through congenital heart surgery

When Michelle Keehn went in for an ultrasound, she discovered that her son, Declan, would have a congenital heart defect. In this three part video series, follow their journey from the beginning, through surgeries and beyond.

Prevention & Wellness

Jul 10, 2017

5 Factors that Impact Your Heart Health

Learn some of the main factors and easy tips to maintain a healthy heart.

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 4, 2020

Heart Attack Symptoms: Men vs. Women

From cold sweats and extreme fatigue to neck and back pain, heart attack symptoms can manifest themselves differently in men and women.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 15, 2017

6 Everyday Things That Hurt Your Heart

Your daily routine may seem harmless, but could it be hiding heart-harming habits?

Health Trends

Feb 8, 2017

Mother of Baby with Heart Defect Gives Hope to Others

Lacie's son Dylan was born with a life-threatening heart defect. Today, she helps shine a light for other heart families like hers.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 8, 2017

Ochsner Doctor's Note: Congenital Heart Defect

Congenital heart defects are the most common type of birth defect. Dr. Benjamin Peeler discusses the spectrum of CHD and treatment options.

Food & Fitness

Sep 4, 2020

Heart-Healthy Foods for Every Meal

Delicious and flavorful ingredients that can lower cholesterol and blood pressure and help reduce and control weight.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 3, 2017

A Little Warrior: Logan's Story

Logan was born with holes in his heart. Read the story of his care at Ochsner, which healed his heart and saved his life.

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 4, 2020

Congestive Heart Failure: Surprising Symptoms

Nausea, indigestion and stomach pain are just some of the lesser known symptoms of congestive heart failure.

Prevention & Wellness

Jul 5, 2016

Safeguard Your Heart This Summer

Get tips to keep your heart safe this summer.

Conditions & Treatment

Jun 2, 2016

New Heart Device Keeps Ochsner Outdoorsman in the Hunt

Learn how Dr. Jenkins, FSCAI, and his team at the Ochsner Health Heart and Vascular Institute dramatically improved their patient’s quality of life with a simple procedure.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 23, 2016

Five Questions to Test Your Heart Knowledge

How well do you know your heart? Answer these five questions below to find out how much you know about your heart and how to take care of it.

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

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.

Health Trends

Feb 26, 2015

Your Pet Can Be Good for Your Heart

Pets give us unconditional love and a host of health benefits, including reduced stress levels and lower blood pressure.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 25, 2015

Bicuspid Aortic Valve: How to Manage

Bicuspid aortic valve disease is a simple, yet common congenital heart defect affecting nearly 2 percent of the population or 1 in 50 people. Here are some common questions congenital heart patients may have about the disease.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 20, 2015

History of Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. But progress is being made, and the more we learn, the harder we can fight back.

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

Mardi Gras Heart Health

If you are on a low-sodium diet or prescription medication for high blood pressure, here's how to celebrate Mardi Gras safely.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 10, 2015

How Cancer Treatment Can Affect Heart Health

When dealing with cancer treatment, the last thing on your mind is likely the heart, but it is important to know that many cancer treatments can have immediate and long-term effects on the heart.

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

How to Avoid a Holiday Heart Attack

To help keep yourself on track over the holidays, check out these simple tips to keep yourself heart-healthy.

Prevention & Wellness

Dec 12, 2014

Calming Holiday Heartburn

Simple suggestions for those who may find themselves with nagging digestive issues during the holidays.

Conditions & Treatment

Nov 20, 2014

What You Need to Know About Pulmonary Hypertension

Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month (November) is aimed to make people aware of this disease.

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 22, 2014

Making Cardiac Caths Easier for Patients

Over 80 million adults suffer from a form of heart disease. With today’s prevalence of heart disease, many adults will need coronary care or intervention in a hospital cardiac catheterization lab at some point in their lives.

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 6, 2014

All About Adult Congenital Heart Disease

What is ACHD? As a cardiologist specializing in this topic, this is a somewhat common question I hear. ACHD stands for Adult Congenital Heart Disease, but it actually occurs at birth though some people may not get diagnosed until later in life.

Conditions & Treatment

Aug 6, 2014

Sudden Cardiac Arrest: The Silent Killer

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of death in the United States for adults over the age of 40 with nearly 850,000 people considered high risk. It’s estimated that about 95 percent of sudden cardiac arrest victims die before ever reaching the hospital, which is why a new medical procedure is being hailed as a lifesaver.

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 7, 2014

Are You at Risk for Heart Failure?

Heart failure affects nearly 6 million Americans and is the leading cause of hospitalization in people older than 65