News analysis & letters to the editor Surgical Competence, a Crisis in US Health Care? Posted on February 20, 2014 – 12:45pm Surgical competence requires a complex set of interdependent roles and abilities that include psychomotor, cognitive, and interpersonal abilities.[i] A shift in surgical procedures towards minimally invasive techniques has greatly complicated surgical education with a major potential impact on …
Breakfast
Breakfast is probably the most important meal of the day. Don’t skip breakfast to lose weight or because you don’t have time. Breakfast is a great way to get a start on the >25Gms of dietary fiber you need each day to lower your cholesterol levels. Some Breakfast ideas: Bowl of instant oatmeal or oat bran topped with fruit and/or …
Flank Steak with Coffee-Peppercorn Marinade
Flank Steak with Coffee-Peppercorn Marinade Coffee has a remarkable affinity with beef. Here, it is complemented by balsamic vinegar, garlic and crushed peppercorns. Originally found in EatingWell magazine. 4 servings | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including 1 hour marinating time) Ingredients 3 tablespoons strong brewed coffee 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin …
Your Cholesterol
High cholesterol is responsible for 70% of heart disease and is the leading killer of both men and women after the age of 45. Abnormal cholesterol levels such as high LDL cholesterol or low HDL cholesterol are a major risk factor for coronary artery disease and stroke. An unhealthy diet can cause high cholesterol. Sometimes high cholesterol runs …
Your Cardiac Risk
Ask Doctor T. Blog Ask A Question Three vessel coronary artery disease Question Three vessels disease with 100 % RCA AND CX 90%,LCA95% WHAT SHOULD DO WITH PAITENT AGE 65 yr Plz give advise Read Dr T’s Answer Stent and Failed Removal Question Prior to extensive surgery a stent was placed as a precaution to prevent clotting. My surgery in …
Cardiac Health Q&A: ICDs, Diet, and Exercise
Submitted by Dr T on May 3, 2014 – 6:00pm Question: In this short Youtube video, I’ll discuss two issues: Safety of ICDS Proper Diet, Exercise and Improving Your Cardiac Risks </div></p><div id=”comments”> <h2 style=”color: rgb(59, 153, 201);text-decoration: none;font-size: 14px;text-transform: none;background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);”>Comments</h2> <div> <h2 style=”color: rgb(59, 153, 201);text-decoration: none;font-size: 14px;text-transform: none;background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);”>Post new comment</h2> …
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Jump to Navigation Friday, July 31, 2015 Ask Doctor T. Blog Ask A Question Three vessel coronary artery disease Question Three vessels disease with 100 % RCA AND CX 90%,LCA95% WHAT SHOULD DO WITH PAITENT AGE 65 yr Plz give advise Read Dr T’s Answer Stent and Failed Removal Question Prior to extensive surgery a stent was placed as a …
Bradycardia in children
Submitted by Dr T on May 25, 2013 – 9:28am Question: My son is 3 years old and has airway problems. He had a Type 3 Laryngeal cleft repair in 2012. Otherwise, he seems to be fine. A few months ago we noticed that his heart rate started dropping into the 60’s and 50’s during the night and staying there. …
Palpitations, Menopause and Cardiac Risks
Submitted by Dr T on April 28, 2013 – 11:05am in Cardiac Risks Question: I am a 46 year old female who has heart racing, palpitations and occasional irregular heart beat. I was on Pristiq and Abilify which I stopped overnight back in November. Since then, I have the above symptoms. I have seen a cardiologist and have had a stress …