Category: Heart Care

A Towering Success Story

Eve Mayer of Arlington Heights was just 41 when she had a heart attack. Surprised? So was she. Here’s her story in her own words. May 13, 2003 was a normal evening. I mowed the lawn, took my son to swim practice, had dinner and watched TV. When I went to bed around 10:30 I […]
A Towering Success Story

Five NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health Hospitals Earn Blue Distinction for Cardiac Care

Five NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health hospitals have received recognition from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston and Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Hospitals were honored with the Blue Distinction® Center+ for Cardiac Care designation; and Highland Park Hospital was recognized as […]
Five NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health Hospitals Earn Blue Distinction for Cardiac Care

NCH expands Cardiovascular Services

he NCH Medical Group announced the opening of a new Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Clinic to treat patients with atrial fibrillation not caused by a heart valve problem. LAAC is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces stroke risk while eliminating the worries that come with a lifetime of blood thinner use.
NCH expands Cardiovascular Services

The Heart of the Matter

Since February is American Heart Month, it’s a good time to think about the health of your heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. Our network of top doctors and cutting-edge treatments ensure you receive the least intrusive, most promising options available.
The Heart of the Matter

Minimally invasive TAVR procedure repairs patient’s heart valve

Ed Pufunt first experienced heart trouble in 2006 when doctors at another healthcare system said he needed emergency quintuple bypass surgery. The 85-year-old recalls spending five days in the hospital and another two months at home recovering.
Minimally invasive TAVR procedure repairs patient’s heart valve

Listen to your heart: what racing, skipping and fluttering can mean

We’ve all felt something weird with our hearts at one time or another. It may race, skip, flutter, slow down or speed up, depending on what we’re doing. But many times patients can have undiagnosed heart rhythm irregularities.
Listen to your heart: what racing, skipping and fluttering can mean

One overnight hospital stay relieves heart issue for retiree

Barry Carlson spent six decades of his life without any hint of heart trouble. But stress played a role in heart symptoms that surfaced around the time of his daughter’s wedding three and a half years ago. At that same time, he was nearing the end of a high-pressure sales job where he spent more than three decades.

C-RAD targets cells, protects heart

Tricia Hasan, a breast cancer patient describes her experience with NCH's new C-RAD technology, which kills cancer cells but protects the heart and lungs.
C-RAD targets cells, protects heart

Woman’s caring heart leads to advanced heart care at Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH)

A luncheon held on May 8 at the hospital celebrated the generosity of Palatine resident Martha “Marty” Atherton who donated $1 million to the NCH Foundation. Her gift will play an instrumental role as NCH establishes a state-of-the-art Structural Heart Program.
Woman’s caring heart leads to advanced heart care at Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH)

Ladies, protect your heart

Did you know that heart disease affects about 44 million women in the U.S.? Cardiovascular disease and stroke cause one in three women to die each year, killing approximately one woman every 80 seconds. Cardiovascular diseases also are the leading cause of death for African-American women.

Eat smart for your heart

Meal planning and prep can help reduce your risk for heart disease. Follow these five tips to make heart-healthy food choices.
Eat smart for your heart

The true, ‘heart’ facts about AFib

For many people, particularly those aged 65 and older, atrial fibrillation (AFib) can lead to debilitating issues such as heart failure or stroke. Learn about this type of heart arrhythmia from John Onufer, M.D., FACC, FHRS.
The true, ‘heart’ facts about AFib

Keep your blood pressure in check during the holidays

Don’t let the stress of the holidays affect your blood pressure. NCH Medical Group Cardiologist Zehra Jaffery, M.D. offers tips to help you manage your blood pressure throughout the season.

NCH Opens New AFib Clinic

Northwest Community Healthcare has opened an AFib Clinic at 199 West Rand Road in Mount Prospect.

Q and A: How stress puts your heart health at risk

Cardiologist Steven Lupovitch, M.D., discusses how you can control your risks for developing heart disease.
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