Living Well Blog Filter Results By Allergy/Immunology Bone Health Brain Health Concierge Medicine Dermatology Diagnostic screenings Diet & Nutrition Emotional Wellbeing Endocrinology Geriatrics Gut Health Heart Health Infectious Disease Insurance & Medicare Lifestyle Longevity MDVIP Clinical Studies MDVIP Wellness & Prevention Model Men's Health Personalized Medicine Preventative Medicine Prevention Primary Care Sleep Apnea Sleep Health & Disorders Weight Management Women's Health Apply Filter Heart Disease By the Numbers January 29, 2019 Download the hi-res PDF of this infographic. Quiz: Test Your Heart Attack IQ Are you… See more Could you have a heart attack? Reduce your odds through these tips January 28, 2019 (BPT) - Many Americans consider themselves well-informed and attentive when it comes to their health. That’s why it's so puzzling that many remain unfazed by the threat of heart disease. That was among the findings of the MDVIP Heart Attack IQ Survey, a national study showing Americans are more… See more Why My Patients Aren't Having Heart Attacks By A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACP January 27, 2019 It has become clear to me, after more than 35 years of medical practice, that the traditional approach to cardiovascular disease is missing the boat. Just look at these dismal statistics:Heart disease has been the No. 1 cause of death in this country since 1900.Somebody has a heart attack every 40… See more Five Myths About Heart Disease January 25, 2019 Alan Reisinger, MD, Baltimore, MD:There are some unfortunately well entrenched myths about heart disease.Be Strong-Hearted Inspiration Center… See more Keep Your New Years Resolutions by Strengthening Your Willpower With These 5 Tips By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES January 21, 2019 Almost half of all Americans make New Year’s resolutions, yet only a small percent actually achieves them. In fact, about 80 percent of resolutions fall by the wayside by February. Why do so many people give up? Some experts chalk it up to a lack of motivation. Remedies include … See more Your Complete Guide to Popular diets January 18, 2019 AlkalineMediterraneanAtkinsThe Ornish DietDASHPaleo… See more Your Doctor Can Help You Control Heart Disease Risk Despite Your Genetics By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES January 18, 2019 Exercising, eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, managing weight, controlling stress and avoiding tobacco can help prevent heart attacks and strokes. But sometimes genetics trump even the healthiest of lifestyles. You can do everything right and still be diagnosed with coronary artery… See more When to Take Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES December 10, 2018 If you have type 2 diabetes, you’re probably aware of how difficult it can be to manage. You may struggle keeping your A1c levels in line despite exercising, managing your weight, eating a healthy diet and taking a prescription medication.Cause of DiabetesType 2 diabetes is caused by… See more Effects of Stress on Your Body By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES December 7, 2018 Stress is a part of our everyday lives. Oddly enough, some of it can be positive, driving you to perform better and achieve more. But for the most part, it gets a bad rap and deservedly so -- stress-related conditions account for 75 to 90 percent of appointments to primary care doctors. … See more Heart Disease Linked to Low Estrogen and Testosterone Levels By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES November 13, 2018 Low levels of estrogen and testosterone play a role in the development of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death among Americans.The link is to the most common type of heart disease, coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD develops when cholesterol and other substances accumulate along… See more Load More Leave this field blank