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- Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) is a type of heart failure. It happens when the heart's lower left chamber (left ventricle) doesn't pump blood out to the body as well as it should. It's sometimes called systolic heart failure. This is because your left ventricle doesn't squeeze forcefully enough...
- Our Advanced Care at Home program provides high-quality, safe care in familiar, comfortable surroundings.
- Meet 5 outstanding doctors who advanced the practice of medical care with their service at Kaiser Permanente.
- Out of 100 people who have had a coronary angioplasty for stable angina: About 1 or 2 people had a serious bleeding problem from the procedure. About 1 to 4 people had damage to a blood vessel from the catheter. Fewer than 1 out of 100 people (4 out of 1,000) had emergency bypass surgery. Fewer than 1 out of 100 (2 out...
- The 1970s nurse-midwife movement transformed delivery practices.
- Electrical cardioversion is a procedure in which a brief electric shock is given to the heart to reset the heart rhythm back to its normal, regular pattern ( normal sinus rhythm). The shock is given through patches applied to the outside of the chest wall. In some situations an external defibrillator, which has paddles...
- U.S. News & World Report recognizes Kaiser Permanente’s medical facilities for providing safe, high-quality care.
- Learn what an ankle-brachial test is, why it's done, and what the results might mean.
- Historic partnership with woman-owned construction company highlights Kaiser Permanente’s commitment to supplier diversity.
- Cardiologists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels, such as irregular heart rhythms, high blood pressure, heart failure, or heart attacks. Cardiologists administer tests that show how well a person's heart is working, such as a...
- Kaiser Foundation School of Nursing students learned a new philosophy emphasizing prevention, wellness, and integrated patient care.
- Valvuloplasty is a procedure that widens a heart valve that is narrow. When you have a condition called aortic valve stenosis, the valve between your heart and the large blood vessel that carries blood to the body (aorta) is narrow. That forces the heart to pump harder to get enough blood through the valve. The...
- Kaiser Permanente is the first health care organization to win Design Company of the Year for our groundbreaking member app and website.
- How can tests for your heart help you? Heart tests can help your doctor find out if you have or are at risk for a heart problem and what treatment you might need. The tests help doctors find out what's causing new symptoms, such as discomfort in your chest, shortness of breath, and irregular heartbeats. The tests can...
- Kaiser Permanente mobile health vehicles brought care to people, closing gaps in access.
- Coronary calcium scans use a special X-ray test called computed tomography (CT) to check for the buildup of calcium in plaque on the walls of the arteries of the heart ( coronary arteries). This test is used to check for heart disease in an early stage and to determine how severe it is. Coronary calcium scans are also...
- Wellness and fitness-tracking devices can help doctors and patients coordinate on everything from general health goals to managing chronic conditions.
- Discusses nonsurgical procedure, called catheter ablation, for atrial fibrillation if medicine is not effective or not tolerated. Also discusses implanting a pacemaker. Looks at why procedure is done, how well it works, and possible risks.
- A reminder that men and women can assert control over risk factors that will help reduce their chances of having a heart attack or stroke.
- Discusses surgical treatment to control irregular heartbeat and restore normal rhythm of heart. Looks at what to expect after surgery, like taking medicine such as Coumadin. Covers risks.
- Hear Kaiser Permanente’s physician co-founder talk about what he learned about building a medical plan.
- A hypertensive emergency is very high blood pressure that damages the body. It can cause damage to the brain, heart, eyes, or kidneys. A person's blood pressure may be 180/120 or higher. A hypertensive emergency needs immediate care. Quick-acting medicines are used to lower blood pressure. The cause may be unknown. Or...
- It’s never too late to quit smoking. At Kaiser Permanente, we can help support your journey to breathing easier.
- This may sound obvious, but the best time to choose a hospital is when you don't need one. That way you have the time to compare all the hospitals in your area and think about what your preferences are. You will want to consider what type of hospital you prefer, the hospital's reputation, and how well the hospital fits...
- Available 24/7 with no appointment, e-visits offer Kaiser Permanente members quick, convenient online care for many health concerns such as flu or COVID-19 symptoms.
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