Heart Healthy Recipes
Pan Grilled Citrus Salmon Serves: 4 Ingredients: 4 – 4 oz.Salmon Fillets 2 Tablespoons Dry White Wine 2 Lemons, juiced and zested ½ Teaspoon Dried Oregano or Dried Thyme 1 Pinch Ground Pepper 1 Orange, juiced Lemon wedges for garnish Directions: 1. Thoroughly combine all seasonings in a bowl and add 4oz salmon steaks and […]
Read MoreCan AFib patients take aspirin to reduce the risk of stroke?
Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of stroke, which means most AFib patients will be prescribed a blood thinner. Learn more about whether aspirin is effective as a blood thinner for AFib patients.
Read MoreChoosing the right blood thinner for patients with AFib
Individuals with atrial fibrillation, or AFib, have a higher risk of stroke. Learn how different types of blood thinners — such as warfarin, Eliquis, or Xarelto — can help reduce your risk of stroke.
Read MoreRN Open Interview Day
Tuesday, October 18Wednesday, October 198 to 11 a.m. Oklahoma Heart Hospital Human Resources 3705 W. Memorial RoadSuite 703 Oklahoma City, OK 73134(Behind Sonic at Portland & Memorial) Meet with our amazing leadership teams from both campuses. All shifts and all departments available. Learn more about the best nurse-to-patient ratios in the nation and our amazing benefits, […]
Read MoreDiagnosis and Treatment of Premature Ventricular Contractions
Feeling like your heart is skipping a beat? It could be premature ventricular contractions. Learn more about diagnosis and treatment options at Oklahoma Heart Hospital.
Read MoreWhat are Premature Ventricular Contractions?
Premature ventricular contractions, or PVCs, are extra heartbeats that originate in the bottom chambers of the heart. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of PVCs.
Read MorePacemaker Follow-Up: The Patient Perspective
Hear what one Oklahoma Heart Hospital patient, Norma, has to say about our patient advocacy and customer service. Plus, hear a patient’s perspective on pacemaker device follow-ups.
Read MoreOklahoma Heart Hospital Receives Highest Rating from CMS
OKLAHOMA CITY (Aug. 2, 2016) – The Oklahoma Heart Hospital (OHH) received the highest rating for quality patient care from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) last week. OHH was among 102 U.S. hospitals (2.2 percent of hospitals) that received a five-star overall rating from CMS. This top rating is based on […]
Read MorePacemaker and ICD Follow Up
Like any technology, pacemakers and defibrillators require periodic checkups. Learn more about device follow-up appointments at Oklahoma Heart Hospital.
Read MoreSurgical Ablation: Convergent and Cox Maze IV
At the Oklahoma Heart Hospital, doctors perform two types of surgical ablation to treat atrial fibrillation: convergent and Cox Maze IV. Learn more about the difference in these two procedures and how they help patients with AFib.
Read MoreWhat is surgical ablation?
For people whose atrial fibrillation (AFib) is not successfully treated with medication or catheter ablation, a surgical ablation may be needed. Learn more about this option and how it compares to catheter ablation.
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Getting a Pacemaker
Getting a pacemaker? Learn more about the placement procedure, precautions to take, and how long the battery should last.
Read MoreWound Care Awareness Week
June 9, 2016 (Oklahoma City, OK) – Oklahoma Heart Hospital’s Wound Center is using this week to help raise awareness of chronic wounds. The third annual Wound Care Awareness Week is being held from June 6 to June 10. It’s an opportunity to spend an entire week educating physicians, patients and the general public about […]
Read MoreAn Overview of Pacemakers
Slow or abnormal heart rhythms can impact people of any age. Common symptoms include fatigue and being unable to exercise or even complete daily tasks such as walking or climbing stairs. Learn more about how a pacemaker can help.
Read MoreWho Should Know Their Ejection Fraction?
Ejection fraction is an important number for patients with heart disease or patients taking medication that can potentially damage the heart. Learn more about why measuring your heart’s efficiency matters.
Read MoreWhat is Ejection Fraction?
Ejection fraction is a calculation that helps measure the efficiency of the heart. Learn more about the various ways Oklahoma Heart Hospital physicians measure a patient’s ejection fraction.
Read MoreReflex Mediated Syncope
Of the four primary types of syncope, reflex mediated syncope is the most common. Simple changes to increase blood volume may help reduce the frequency of passing out.
Read MoreWhat is Syncope?
Syncope is a sudden, complete loss of consciousness more commonly described as passing out or fainting. Learn more about what causes it and potential ways to reduce the frequency of syncope.
Read MoreClark Joins Oklahoma Heart Hospital Clinic in Lawton
LAWTON, Okla. (March 22, 2016) – When Dr. Karen Clark was deciding her career path nearly 30 years ago, she was called to the field of medicine where she could combine her fascination of physiology and human anatomy with her love of helping people. Clark brings her passion for people and science to her […]
Read MoreWhat treatment options are available for atrial fibrillation?
While atrial fibrillation isn’t lift threatening on its own, it increases the risk of stroke. Learn more about treatment options available through the Oklahoma Heart Hospital.
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