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Kimberly Lochner
Cardiologist
Dr. Kimberly Lochner is a cardiologist practicing in Honolulu, HI. Dr. Lochner 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. Lochner also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Kimberly Lochner
- Honolulu, HI
- MD at Indiana University School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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Are there any natural alternatives to Plavix?
Natural anticoagulants are not a substitute for plavix. They do not work as effectively. Since you are over a year out from your surgery you can discuss it your cardiologist if READ MORE
Natural anticoagulants are not a substitute for plavix. They do not work as effectively. Since you are over a year out from your surgery you can discuss it your cardiologist if you need to remain on plavix or if you can be on aspirin alone. This will depend on several factors and a thorough review of your cardiovascular disease would need to be completed.
When should you see a cardiologist for high blood pressure?
Most patients with high blood pressure never need to see a cardiologist as primary care providers can appropriately treat this condition. In rare cases, patients can have resistant READ MORE
Most patients with high blood pressure never need to see a cardiologist as primary care providers can appropriately treat this condition. In rare cases, patients can have resistant hypertension (on 4 medications and still uncontrollable). These patients may need to see a cardiologist.
Acid reflux and the Pfizer vaccine?
The Covid Pfizer vaccine is safe for patients taking pantoprazole and with acid reflux.
