eri, Author at Arkansas Heart Hospital

It’s Hypertension Month So Know Your Numbers with Dr. Mehmet Cilingiroglu

Posted on May 7, 2019May 7, 2019 by eri

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Regardless of your age or health, it’s important to check your blood pressure regularly — preferably daily or twice a day. New guidelines now state that the new benchmark for hypertension (commonly known as high blood pressure) is anything over 130/80. For Hypertension Month, we’ve brought in expert cardiologist Dr. Mehmet Cilingiroglu to discuss the dangers of hypertension and how it carries little to no symptoms, which means you need to take the initiative in your care.

Treating Congestive Heart Failure with Dr. Michael Huber

Posted on April 30, 2019April 30, 2019 by eri

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5.7 million people have heart failure in the United States. But there is hope for recovery for those who suffer from it. Cardiologist Dr. Michael Huber from Arkansas Heart Hospital’s Congestive Heart Failure Clinic is in to talk about the different types of congestive heart failure, the symptoms and causes, the types of treatments, and the great work the CFH Clinic provides to patients to help them on the road to recovery.

Ten Steps to Intuitive Eating with Dietician Shelby Pierceall

Posted on April 16, 2019April 16, 2019 by eri

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A lot of people talk about mindful eating and intuitive eating — but there is a difference. Intuitive eating is getting away from the diet mentality and focusing more on why you eat certain foods, allowing yourself to have foods you enjoy with moderation and a more healthy mindset. Dietician Shelby Pierceall dives into the ten guidelines for intuitive eating, such as taking time to savor what you eat, honor your hunger and respect your fullness, to help improve your relationship with food.

Cyclists Prepare for Arkansas Heart Hospital’s Annual Cardiac Classic Bike Ride

Posted on April 10, 2019July 25, 2022 by eri

Riders from Arkansas and surrounding states to attend

In its eighth year, Arkansas Heart Hospital is gearing up for its annual spring bike ride. Participants will take off from Burns Park, rolling over Big Dam Bridge, Two Rivers Bridge and onward to Roland and Wye Mountain. Nearly 500 riders are expected from Arkansas, and surrounding states.

The course is complete with flats, climbs and curves to challenge all skill levels. There are several distances riders can choose from: 20 miles, 35 miles, 50 miles or the 100k route. The course is an out and back.

Cardiac Classic begins at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2019. Participants can register that morning beginning at 7 a.m. or by going to www.arheart.com and look under the events tab. Riders will be treated to a heart healthy meal prepared by Arkansas Heart Hospital chefs upon returning to Burns Park. Media is invited to attend for interviews with riders.

Using Telemedicine To Reach More Patients with Dalana Huckaby

Posted on April 9, 2019April 9, 2019 by eri

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73 out of 75 Arkansas counties are medically underserved. Arkansas Heart Hospital’s telemedicine program bridges that gap and helps bring healthcare to more people across the state, when and where they need it. Dalana Huckaby, director of outreach clinics, is in to tell us how telemedicine works and how the hospital is using cutting edge technology, such as Bluetooth stethoscopes, to provide their expert care to more patients.

Arkansas Heart Hospital Announces New Cardiologist for El Dorado and Union County

Posted on April 8, 2019July 25, 2022 by eri

Arkansas Heart Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Anthanasios Stoyioglou to their El Dorado Clinic. Dr. Stoyioglou joins Angela Simmons, APRN and the rest of the El Dorado team this month.

“We are pleased Dr. Stoyioglou is not only joining our team, but additionally, is an integral part of the alliance we formed with the Medical Center of South Arkansas,” said President Drew Jackson “his experience and knowledge reaffirms our commitment to providing extraordinary cardiac care to the residents of El Dorado and all of south Arkansas.”

Before joining Arkansas Heart Hospital, Dr. Stoyioglou served as an Interventional Cardiologist at White River Medical Center in Batesville. His experience spans both locally, nationally and internationally as he started his career as a primary care physician in the Greek Navy. Patients will be able to see Dr. Stoyioglou beginning Monday, April 15. For more information, please call the Arkansas Heart Hospital El Dorado Clinic at 870-862-8700.

Treating Venous Insufficiency Syndrome with Dee White

Posted on April 2, 2019April 2, 2019 by eri

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The vein and vascular system is an amazing network that works like a mechanical valve to keep blood flowing through the body. However, several things can occur to interfere with that circulation, leading to venous insufficiency syndrome. This happens when the leg veins are not working as they should and making it difficult for blood to reach the heart from the legs. Regardless of your occupation, whether you’re on your feet all day or sitting at desk, you could be at risk. Join us as we talk with Dee White, nurse practitioner and clinical director for the Vein & Vascular Institute, to learn more about the symptoms of venous insufficiency and how it can be treated.

Erectile Dysfunction and Why Communication is Key

Posted on March 26, 2019March 26, 2019 by eri

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It can be a sensitive topic to discuss, but erectile dysfunction is an important conversation to have. ED can be a sign for oncoming diabetes and heart disease — which is why it’s so vital to discuss ED with your physician. Today, we’re discussing the options men who struggle with ED have for treatment and why constant communication with not only doctors but also spouses is so crucial.

Treating Lymphedema with Dee White

Posted on March 19, 2019March 19, 2019 by eri

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Lymphedema is a chronic, progressive, non-curable condition that disrupts the body’s lymphatic system. It first appears as swollen limbs and can result from injury, radiation treatments, obesity, genetics and a wide variety of other causes. With a strong lack of lymphedema therapy in the region, Arkansas Heart Hospital trained its experts to help lymphedema patients live fuller lives. Dee White, nurse practitioner and clinical director for the Vein and Vascular Institute, is in to talk about diagnosing and treating this life-long disease.

Building Stronger Hearts Through Innovative Research with Mary Catherine Faulkner

Posted on March 12, 2019March 12, 2019 by eri

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The work of every great hospital is supported by great research. Arkansas Heart Hospital is proud to house a team of top-notch researchers who run trials, conduct tests and lead innovation to support our physicians and patients. Today we have Director of Research Mary Catherine Faulkner in to talk about her team’s cutting-edge work that makes Arkansas Heart Hospital one of the best leaders in heart health.