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Gary E. Sander, M.D., PH.D.

Cardiologist

Dr. Gary Sander is a cardiologist practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Sander specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Sander also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Gary E. Sander, M.D., PH.D.
  • New Orleans, LA
  • Accepting new patients

Can you have a heart attack without knowing it?

Yes: 30% of infarcts occur without classical symptoms

What is the main cause of low blood pressure?

Asymptomatic “low” BP in a young female is most likely a normal variant; you are fortunate

Can arrhythmia be diagnosed with an ECG?

Yes, as long as palpitation episode is experienced during ECG monitoring.

Can a heart murmur be fatal?

Heart murmurs result from structural abnormalities of the heart valves, and it is the severity of the heart valve abnormality that can cause the development of heart functional READ MORE
Heart murmurs result from structural abnormalities of the heart valves, and it is the severity of the heart valve abnormality that can cause the development of heart functional abnormalities and even death if not addressed.