Custom Care for Every Heart
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the U.S. and in Florida, where it accounts for approximately two out of every 10 deaths. As we mark American Heart Month this February, it’s important to manage the risk factors you can control, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and smoking, and to be aware of the options available for cardiac care today.
With two advanced cardiac catheterization labs, Broward Health Coral Springs provides high-quality cardiac and vascular care conveniently close to home for people living in Northwest Broward.
The hospital’s experienced team of cardiologists, interventional cardiologists and electrophysiologists can provide a broad range of services. These include diagnostic tests such as lab work, stress tests, echocardiograms and diagnostic catheterizations, as well as treatments designed to meet each person’s unique needs, from optimizing medical management to the most advanced, state-of-the-art invasive cardiac procedures.
For more information on Broward Health’s cardiovascular services, visit BrowardHealth.org/CardiacCare.
Knowing the signs of a heart attack can save a life
Last summer, Coral Springs resident Patty Ramsaroop, 47, experienced two simultaneous medical emergencies, underscoring the need to prioritize her health.
The busy wife, mother of three and business owner began experiencing persistent symptoms including difficulty sleeping, back pain, nausea and alternating feelings of hot and cold. She went to urgent care and was told to monitor her low blood pressure. Fortunately, her eldest daughter was a medical student who rushed her to the Emergency Department (ED) at Broward Health Coral Springs when her blood pressure continued to drop.
“As most moms do, I put myself last,” Patty said. “I made sure everyone in my household was up to date on their doctor’s appointments and didn’t do the same for myself.”
Following a battery of tests, the ED team diagnosed her with a potentially life-threatening complication from diabetes called diabetic ketoacidosis. While being treated for this condition, it was discovered that she was also experiencing a heart attack.
Fortunately, Mohamed Osman, M.D., performed an emergency cardiac catheterization and found a 99% blockage in one of her arteries. He performed a procedure to open and stent the artery.
“Patty’s blockage was in a very important artery and had the potential to be fatal,” said Dr. Osman. “Fortunately, our team didn’t stop at her first diagnosis, and we were able to treat her heart condition.”
Patty really appreciated Dr. Osman’s compassionate and collaborative approach to care.
Today, Patty encourages other women to be diligent in caring for their own health. “It’s important if we want to be around for our families.”
Broward Health Coral Springs Cardiology Team. On the cover: (Back row) Electrophysiologists Jose Baez-Escudero, M.D., FACC, FHRS, and Jonathan P. Nieves, M.D; Cardiologists Craig Hostig, M.D., FACC, and Jose R. Soler, M.D., FACC; and Interventional Cardiologist Mohamed Osman, M.D., FACC. (Front row) Cardiologist Lucia Blanchard, D.O., FACC . Not pictured: M. Hosny El-Sayed, M.D. FACC