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Pacemaker or Defibrillator: What’s the Difference?

If you have been diagnosed with an arrhythmia, it means your heart beats at a pace that is faster than typical, slower than typical, or with a different pattern than is typical. An arrhythmia can sometimes be corrected with medications. However, many arrhythmias may benefit from an implanted medical device, such as a pacemaker or […]


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Dr. Rudnick Named Jersey Choice Top Doctor

Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates (HCA) is proud to announce that Dr. Andrew Rudnick has been named a 2024 New Jersey Choice Top Doctor. Dr. Rudnick is a cardiac electrophysiologist and leader of the team at The Center for Atrial Fibrillation and Electrophysiology at HCA. He is the current president of the medical staff at Hunterdon Medical […]


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Dyslipidemia: Cholesterol and Heart Health

Dyslipidemia refers to lipid imbalances in the bloodstream. It can lead to cardiovascular complications when not treated, including heart attack and stroke. Fortunately, this condition can be effectively managed to reduce your risk for its related problems. Here’s a closer look at the link between dyslipidemia and heart health, and how to request an appointment […]


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Valvular Heart Disease and Risk: Lifestyle Changes That Help

Heart disease is a broad term that encompasses many different conditions. One specific group of heart diseases is known as “valvular disease.” Here’s what you need to know about valvular heart disease, as well as how certain lifestyle habits can reduce your chances of ever developing this condition. What is Valvular Heart Disease? Valvular heart […]


Carotid Artery Disease

Carotid Artery Disease: Mitigating the Risk of a Stroke

An estimated 30% of strokes are caused by blockages in the carotid artery. Understanding the causes of carotid artery disease may help you reduce your risk for stroke—especially if you already meet other risk factors. Here’s a closer look at risk factors and treatments for carotid artery disease and how to contact Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates […]


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Cardiomyopathy: Knowing What Symptoms to Watch For

Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle in which the heart experiences difficulty with pumping blood. It affects an estimated one in 500 U.S. adults and requires prompt treatment to reduce the risk of complications, including systolic heart failure and cardiac arrest. Systolic heart failure occurs when the heart does not pump blood effectively […]


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Diabetes and Heart Disease: What You Need to Know

People with diabetes are twice as likely to have heart disease than those without diabetes. If you are living with these chronic conditions, it’s important to manage them as best as possible to reduce your risk for complications, including heart failure and stroke. Here’s what you need to know about managing heart disease with diabetes […]


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HCA Walk With A Doc Events Are Back For 2024!

Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates is excited to announce that our Walk with a Doc events are back this spring! We are proud to have been part of this international initiative for six years, inviting patients to add exercise to their healthy heart regimen while having the opportunity to have their questions answered by our physicians. HCA […]


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Why You Need to Know How to Prevent Heart Disease

Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States. Fortunately, it is also largely preventable, which means you have the power to keep you and your loved ones safe. At Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates (HCA), we don’t just help patients treat and manage heart disease—we help them avoid developing it in the first place […]


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Tips for Heart Health: Self-Care

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S., where one person dies every 33 seconds from this serious condition. Fortunately, it is possible to prevent heart disease, even if you meet certain risk factors for it. Taking good care of your heart is easier than you may think, especially if you’re […]


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