Cardiovascular Provider Resources LP

Methodist Southlake Medical Center Announcement:

The future begins August 17th when the Methodist Southlake Hospital Catheterization Lab / Echo Stress Lab will be fully functional.

HeartPlace's very own, Dr. Anas Alomar, will serve as Medical Director, Cardiology Program for this new facility. Dr. Matt Fay and Dr. Brijesh Patel are also serving this facility as interventional cardiologists.

Surprising Causes of High Cholesterol

Surprising Causes of High Cholesterol You may think high cholesterol is linked to fatty foods and smoking. But some other causes may surprise you: certain coffees, pregnancy, and even some medicines. Find out what might be bumping your LDL levels up.

Heatstroke or Stroke? Know the signs and what to do.

With the onset of summer and warmer weather, there are plenty of “out of the box” ways to get exercise, and be more physically active. Check out these 25 ways to get moving this summer. https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/getting-active/25-ways-to-move-more-during-summer

Planning on making a splash this summer?
1) Learn CPR.
2) Wear life jackets.
3) Learn to swim.
4) Reconnect with your family to talk about water safety

How will you get outside and have fun this summer? These 5 tips can keep you safe and healthy. Read more: https://www.heart.org/en/news/2021/06/03/as-the-mercury-rises-follow-these-5-summer-survival-tips

Happy 4th of July from CPR / HeartPlace!

Did you know when a person has a cardiac arrest, immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby can double or triple their chance of survival? Learn how at http://heart.org/handsonlycpr

Interview on
with on the rise in deaths from heart disease and diabetes.

Heart Disease and Diabetes Death Rate Climbed During Pandemic CDC Reports The number of people who died from heart disease and diabetes climbed during the pandemic according to a CDC report.

Each year, more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, about 90 percent of people who suffer out of hospital cardiac arrest die. Don’t be afraid to take action. Give CPR and save a life. Learn how at

Hands Only CPR Hands-Only CPR can be just as effective as conventional CPR. Learn what Hands-Only CPR is and how to give it.

Every second counts in cardiac arrest. About 70% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes. If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love. Be the difference for your parent, spouse, or child. Learn the two steps to save a life at http://heart.org/handsonlycpr