Heart disease is the most common cause of death for both men and women. You may be wondering if it is genetic or if there are risk factors that you can modify in your lifestyle to help prevent heart disease. Some risks, such as increasing age, are unavoidable. However, others can be reduced by adopting […]
The current air quality conditions still pose a risk for those with pulmonary issues or cardiovascular disease. In an effort to keep everyone safe, we’ve made the decision to cancel our Walk with a Doc event on Saturday, June 10th, 2023. We hope to see you at our next walk. Stay tuned for details and […]
Every 34 seconds, someone in the United States dies from cardiovascular disease. This chronic condition is the leading cause of death in the country, but it can often be prevented even if you have multiple risk factors. Here are steps you can take to reduce your risk for heart disease and how to contact Hunterdon […]
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 five years, inviting patients to add exercise to their healthy heart regimen while having the opportunity to have their questions answered by our physicians. HCA […]
Cardiac ablation is a treatment for heart rhythm problems called arrhythmias. Knowing what to expect from cardiac ablation can help you make the necessary preparations and relieve concerns about this procedure. What Is Cardiac Ablation? Cardiac ablation is a blanket term used to describe many procedures that treat heart arrhythmias. This treatment involves using hot […]
Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates is delighted to announce that the echocardiography department of its long-standing partner, Hunterdon Medical Center (HMC), was honored with the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) 20-Year Bronze Accreditation Milestone Recognition. Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates is extremely proud of this recognition, as some of its very own physicians contributed to this achievement. HCA cardiologist, Dr. […]
Have you ever called to make an appointment at HCA and been offered the opportunity to see an advanced practice provider (APP) instead of a physician? At first, you may have felt like you would only like to be seen by a doctor. However, what you may not realize is that APPs are a vital […]
Wintertime ushers several celebrations dedicated to the heart—including Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month. However, the winter season is also a time that can be difficult for heart health. At Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates, we’re committed to keeping our patients well every season of the year. Here’s what you need to know about how to manage […]
Heart disease is largely preventable. Yet, it is the leading cause of death in America. February is American Heart Month. Take time this month to learn about ways to maintain a healthy heart and to discuss the risks of heart disease with your loved ones. What Is American Heart Month? American Heart Month is an […]
Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates (HCA) is proud to announce that Dr. Yaser Elnahar was named a New Jersey Choice Top Doctor for 2022. For this year’s list of Top Doctors, New Jersey Monthly enlisted the help of Leflein Associates to conduct an independent survey to find out who are the top doctors. A total of 25,431 […]