Getting to the Heart of the Matter
Dr. Cindy John, a cardiologist with Steward Health Group, is passionate about helping her patients create habits for optimal heart health.
“Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States,” said Dr. John. “Every 36 seconds – in the time it takes for you to send a text message – someone dies from cardiovascular disease in this country.”
These facts have driven Dr. John to become a fierce advocate in the fight against heart disease, educating her patients on risk factors and preventative measures to keep their heart health in check.
Medical Director of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at St. Joseph Medical Center Encourages Diagnosis and Treatment for Peripheral Arterial Disease and Varicose Veins
Lower extremity peripheral arterial disease (PAD) affects almost nine percent of people in the U.S.