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Jeffrey Rottman, MD
Cardiologist
Dr. Jeffrey Rottman is a cardiologist practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Rottman 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. Rottman also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Jeffrey Rottman, MD
- Nashville, TN
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Which surgery is best for heart blockage?
There are different surgeries intended for a different types of "blockages." Arterial blockage may require coronary artery bypass (CABG). In general, arterial conduits are best. READ MORE
There are different surgeries intended for a different types of "blockages." Arterial blockage may require coronary artery bypass (CABG). In general, arterial conduits are best. When a valve is abnormal, sometimes narrowed, or sometimes leaking, the valve may be repaired or replaced with either a treated one or an artificial one.
What lifestyle changes do you need to make after coronary bypass surgery?
You probably have atherosclerosis if you had bypass surgery. I recommend cardiac rehabilitation to get in the habit of regular excise. You should continue this regular exercise, READ MORE
You probably have atherosclerosis if you had bypass surgery. I recommend cardiac rehabilitation to get in the habit of regular excise. You should continue this regular exercise, take a statin-class medication and any others like aspirin if prescribed, make sure that your blood pressure is controlled, and watch your diet (preferably switching to a Mediterranean diet).
Can the COVID vaccine cause heart infection?
That one is easy. No. Infection requires the virus, while even inactivated viruses cannot cause infection. The RNA virus encode only ne part of the virus, and do not work by using READ MORE
That one is easy. No. Infection requires the virus, while even inactivated viruses cannot cause infection. The RNA virus encode only ne part of the virus, and do not work by using infection.
Which antihypertensive is safe in diabetes?
Most antihypertensive medications are safe in patients with Type 2 diabetes.
At what blood pressure should I take medications?
That depends on your age and the potential for sufficient lifestyle modifications.
