Finding Its Way Into One's Heart
Discover the difference between embolism, aneurysm and thrombosis; the difference between clots and plaque (atherosclerosis); the difference between stroke and heart attack; the correlation with plaque on teeth; causes of clots; signs and symptoms; diagnostic tools including the role of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab; treatments including medications such as blood thinners and the most effective medications on the market; and prevention strategies such as foods that unclog arteries. A light breakfast will be served.
Daniel Fung, MD, cardiologist