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When you visit our doctors in Manhattan (Midtown or Upper East Side) for heart screening, we can assess your risk factors and which includes your family history, diabetes, your age, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure, and other lifestyle factors. You should always consult your physician to determine the appropriate screening tests and intervals. Guidelines change and your medical care Manhattan doctor will customize the recommendation to your specific case to keep you in good health. 

Heart disease and stroke are two of the most common causes of death in the United States, and prevention is our goal. A heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked. Your heart needs a continual supply of oxygen and blood, and without it, the tissue will soon begin to die.

Based on findings, our best doctors New York internal medicine and heart screening specialists can make suitable recommendations to control existing health problems, reducing their effect on your heart health. Heart and stroke screening include diagnostic testing, referral to specialists where appropriate, and counseling for lifestyle modifications can aid in disease prevention.

HEART SCREENING AND STROKE SCREENING IN NYC
Your regular health provider may take some measurements such as blood pressure and body weight during routine medical appointments, but you may require more frequent testing or additional tests if you have been diagnosed with a cardiovascular condition, have a family history of heart disease, or already have other risk factors like high blood pressure or lifestyle choices. Some of the key tests for heart health screening and stroke screening are listed below.  Your doctor will need to complete a thorough history and physical exam to determine which testing is appropriate for you.

Blood Pressure
Usually, high blood pressure has no symptoms and is undetectable without being measured. High blood pressure greatly increases the risk of heart disease, and normally, blood pressure should be 120/180 mm Hg. Blood pressure must be checked regularly. Often, high blood pressure is controllable with medication or lifestyle modifications.

Cholesterol
A fasting lipoprotein profile is a blood test measuring total cholesterol levels that include LDL or bad cholesterol, and HDL or good cholesterol. Checking your cholesterol is important to determine your risk.

Body Weight
Your primary care physician will weigh you during your regular healthcare visits. Your body weight is used to calculate your body mass index (BMI) and provides a good indication as to whether you are a healthy weight. Being overweight can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke and many other diseases. Your waist circumference is another important measurement and can help to evaluate your risk of cardiovascular disease, especially if you are overweight.

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Manhattan Primary Care
(Union Square)
55 W. 17th Street, Ste 105,
New York, NY 10011
(212) 378-9987


(Upper East Side Manhattan, NYC)
983 Park Ave, Ste 1D22,
New York, NY 10028
(212) 389-9929
https://www.manhattanprimarycaredoctorsnyc.com

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