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06/05/2026

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06/03/2026

Why is a cardiologist talking about POTS?

Because one of the main symptoms is a racing heart when you stand up.

POTS stands for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. It is not usually a “heart blockage” problem. It is more of an autonomic nervous system and circulation problem, where your body has trouble adjusting when you move from lying down or sitting to standing.

That can lead to:
➡️ lightheadedness
➡️ near fainting or fainting
➡️ fast heart rate
➡️ fatigue
➡️ feeling worse in heat
➡️ trouble with normal daily activity

The good news is that many patients can improve with the right plan.

A common starting point includes:
✅ gradual, safe exercise
✅ more fluids
✅ more salt, when appropriate
✅ avoiding heat triggers
✅ sometimes compression or medication if needed

The key is consistency. This is not usually fixed overnight, but with time and the right approach, symptoms can often become much more manageable.

As always, talk with your doctor before increasing salt or starting a new exercise plan, especially if you have blood pressure, kidney, or heart concerns.

06/02/2026

A real case that says everything.

This was a healthy man working out, no obvious warning signs.

He went into cardiac arrest on a treadmill.

What saved him had nothing to do with a hospital. It was the person next to him.

Here is what made the difference:
• CPR was started immediately
• An AED was used quickly
• No hesitation

That is it.

That response is why he made it to the hospital and why he is still here today.

Now he has a defibrillator in place as protection going forward.

Cardiac arrest survival is not random. It depends on what happens in the first few minutes.

You do not have to be a doctor to save a life, you just have to know what to do and take very swift action.

06/01/2026

Fish oil isn’t as simple as “just take it”

The benefit comes down to one thing
EPA

That’s the part of omega-3s that actually supports heart health
But only when it’s:

Properly sourced
High quality
Dosed in the right range

The sweet spot
1,000 to 2,000 mg of EPA daily

Too little won’t help
Too much can cause issues like irregular heart rhythm

It’s not about grabbing any bottle off the shelf
It’s about knowing what to look for on the label

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05/29/2026

These two get confused all the time. They are not the same.

A heart attack is a blockage problem. Blood flow to the heart is reduced or stopped.

Cardiac arrest is an electrical problem. The heart stops beating effectively.

Here’s how to tell the difference:

HEART ATTACK
Person is awake and talking
Chest pain, pressure, or discomfort
Shortness of breath, nausea, sweating
They still have a pulse

CARDIAC ARREST
Person collapses suddenly
Not responsive
Not breathing normally
No pulse

That difference matters because the response is completely different.

Heart attack:
Call 911
Keep them calm
Get help fast

Cardiac arrest:
Call 911
Start CPR immediately
Use a defibrillator if available

Most people freeze in that moment because they are not sure what they are seeing. You do not need to be perfect. You just need to act.

Knowing the difference helps you do that.

05/28/2026

GLP-1 medications aren’t a blanket solution but in the right patient, they can make a real impact both in your heart health as well weight loss.

We’re seeing the most benefit in patients:
➡️ Who have a BMI over 30
➡️ Signs of a stiff heart on imaging
➡️ Elevated filling pressures

In those cases, patients who are taking a GLP-1:
➡️ Breathe better
➡️ Lose weight
➡️ Improve how the heart fills and relaxes

It’s not about trends, it’s about the right treatment for the right patient.

If you’re not sure where you stand, start with base line prevention.

Come see us at The Heart Smart Group in our Frisco or McKinney office for our prevetion clinic pathway. We’ll help you understand your heart health and build a plan that actually fits you.

05/27/2026

Strong hearts aren’t built in the clinic. They’re built in the choices we make every day.

For me, that means fresh air, movement, and a reminder of what we’re all working toward: a life full of energy, longevity, and moments like this.

Take care of your heart, and it will take care of you. And have some fun along the way.

05/26/2026

A severely calcified 90% LAD blockage that once may have required bypass surgery, now treated with advanced imaging from @‌HeartFlow and Shockwave IVL technology from @‌Shockwave Medical.

Modern cardiology is changing outcomes in real time.

05/25/2026

You don’t have chest pain.
You haven’t had a heart attack.
So… you’re in the clear, right?

Not always.

A coronary calcium score is a CT scan that can detect silent plaque buildup before symptoms start.
I recommend it to asymptomatic patients between 40-75, or even younger if you have risk factors of heart disease.

It’s quick.
It’s non-invasive.
And in many cases, it’s covered.

You don’t have to wait for a problem to take control of your heart health.

Ask your doctor about a coronary calcium score.

05/22/2026

Most people think cardiac arrest is not survivable.
That is not true.

Survival comes down to speed and access.

Here is what actually matters:
-Someone recognizes it quickly
-CPR is started
-A defibrillator is used within minutes

That one step can change everything.

Defibrillators are built for everyday people.
They guide you step by step in real time.

If you are in a gym, airport, school, or office.
Look for one before you ever need it.

And if you have someone at higher risk at home.
It is worth having a plan in place.

Seconds matter more than anything in this situation.

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