Understanding Heart Transplants and the Importance of Regular Echocardiograms Simply put: a heart transplant is a procedure in which a failing heart is replaced with a donor heart. The goal of a cardiac transplant is not only to increase lifespan, but also quality of life. It sounds easy enough but there is so much to […]
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Miracle Moment in Guyana
North West Cardio Diagnostics is a well-established echo lab that is fortunate to have some of the best cardiologists in Alberta. Among these remarkable doctors is Dr. Debra Isaac. Recently the recipient of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society Women in Cardiovascular Medicine/Science Mentorship Award, Dr. Isaac’s accomplishments and accolades are almost endless. Not only is she […]
Cold vs Flu vs COVID 19
Respiratory Illnesses – Differentials leading to Diagnosis The flu and COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus that’s led to the current pandemic, are both infectious respiratory illnesses. Although the symptoms of COVID-19 and the flu can look similar, the two illnesses are caused by different viruses. Let’s throw in the common cold and compare. How […]
Is the COVID-19 pandemic going to lead to a second wave of heart problems?
Debra Isaac and Paul W.M. Fedak: It is eerily quiet in our hospital cardiac units. It shouldn’t be By Debra Isaac and Paul W.M. Fedak As health-care professionals, we are focused on preparing for and implementing effective management strategies for the onslaught of COVID-19 patients within our health regions. This pandemic represents an […]
Pregnancy & Echocardiography for Technicians
Pregnancy & Echocardiography Pregnancy puts increased stress on the heart and circulatory system. With this in mind, more diagnostic testing and monitoring need to be done with women who have pre-existing cardiovascular health concerns or are at higher risk for cardiovascular disease during pregnancy. According to a recent report released by Mayo Clinic, there are […]