Category: OHH News

The Heart Failure Center at Oklahoma Heart Hospital specializes in treating patients with heart failure and improving their quality of life through a collaborative team approach, participation in clinical trials, and use of cutting-edge technology.

National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week begins March 13. During this week, we highlight the importance of pulmonary rehab and how it can help patients with chronic lung disease.

Pacemakers and implantable cardiac defibrillators are life-saving devices for many people. But like any electronic device, they occasionally need to be replaced.

A stress test helps your doctor diagnose heart diseases and disorders by monitoring heart activity as heart rate is gradually increased and decreased. 

In February, we Go Red for Women. Focusing on women’s heart health and educating women about the risks for cardiovascular disease can make a big impact on health outcomes.

Ventricular fibrillation is an uncommon but very serious arrhythmia that can result in death within minutes.

During the month of January, we celebrate and educate about blood donation. For heart patients, it is important to understand how their health conditions may affect blood donation and the need for blood.

Supplements may seem like a harmless way to try to lose weight, but they can have serious consequences for those with heart conditions. Always talk to your doctor before beginning a new supplement.

For patients with abnormal heart rhythm, there are three types of nonsurgical treatment often used: medication, cardioversion, and catheter ablation.

Blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol, weight, and blood sugar levels are important heart health numbers to monitor. Regular monitoring can help catch heart problems early and lead to more effective treatment.

Daily low-dose aspirin for overall heart health is no longer recommended for most adults. A panel of medical experts has determined the risks outweigh the benefits in many situations.

Tachycardia is a fast heartbeat (over 100 beats per minute) with a range of underlying causes, from structural defects of the heart to stress and lifestyle factors. It is important to determine the cause of your tachycardia and follow the recommended treatments.

There are many potential cardiac causes of dizziness, including blood pressure concerns, abnormal heart rhythms, stroke, thickening of the artery walls, or heart attack.

Cardiac ablation is a treatment that involves removing or destroying tissue that’s causing an arrhythmia. Ablation can be done using cold, heat, lasers, or chemicals. 

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure to replace a diseased aortic valve by inserting a replacement valve through a catheter, in much the same way a stent is placed in the heart.

ANN ARBOR, MI, October 7, 2021 – The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) is pleased to announce that Oklahoma Heart Hospital North and Oklahoma Heart Hospital South have earned 2021 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired recognition as a certified level 7. The CHIME Digital Health Most Wired program conducts an annual survey to […]

Age is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease, but studies have shown exercise can help reverse some of the effects of aging on the heart.

From the Seminole Producer (opens in new tab) – October 6th. 2021: Oklahoma Heart Hospital is among the first cardiovascular hospitals in the nation to deploy a new FDA-approved heart failure treatment designed to improve contractions of the heart muscle to promote healthier blood flow to the body for patients with chronic heart failure or […]

Patients with an implantable cardiac device (ICD) may need to make minor adjustments to some activities plus receive regular device checks to ensure it continues working correctly.

Stenosis is a type of heart disease that involves the narrowing, thickening, or stiffening of the heart valves. Untreated stenosis can result in increased pressure in the heart, which can lead to an enlarged heart, reduced oxygen levels, and eventually heart failure.