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Bradley Arden Radwaner, M.D
Cardiologist
Dr. Bradley Radwaner is a cardiologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Radwaner 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. Radwaner also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
44 years
Experience
Bradley Radwaner, M.D
- New York, NY
- Cornell University Medical College
- Accepting new patients
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Is heart stent surgery safe?
Yes. Dr Radwaner
What diet is best for heart blockage?
A low saturated fat diet is best.Bradley Radwaner, MD.,FACCThe NY Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease
How many stents can one person have?
As many as is necessary to treat coronary blockages, prevent angina symptoms and significantly reduce ischemia. There are 3 main coronary arteries with several branches. Patients READ MORE
As many as is necessary to treat coronary blockages, prevent angina symptoms and significantly reduce ischemia. There are 3 main coronary arteries with several branches. Patients have had well over a dozen stents, but the vast majority of patients have between 1 and 6, often over several years when symptoms and cardiology testing indicates they would benefit from stents added to medical therapy focused on intensive LDL cholesterol lowering and reduction of inflammation.
Bradley Radwaner, MD
Bradley Radwaner, MD
What vitamins help unclog arteries?
No vitamins are able to unclog arteries. A diet low in saturated fat, animal fats, and high in polyunsaturated fats from vegetables is the best way along with not smoking, maintaining READ MORE
No vitamins are able to unclog arteries. A diet low in saturated fat, animal fats, and high in polyunsaturated fats from vegetables is the best way along with not smoking, maintaining a normal body weight and exercising regularly to prevent the clogging of arteries with cholesterol and prevention of both heart attacks and strokes. Once an artery is "clogged," continuing or more aggressively following these steps is essential, but only in combination with effective medications, can some arteries become unblocked. Without the use of medications, it's very rare that a clogged artery will become less clogged with even very diligent attention to lifestyle changes.
How long does a stent last in your heart?
97% of stents last forever. There is a less than 3% re blockage rate, but the bigger issue is the development of additional coronary blockages in different areas of the heart. READ MORE
97% of stents last forever. There is a less than 3% re blockage rate, but the bigger issue is the development of additional coronary blockages in different areas of the heart. Anti-platelet agents like aspirin and Plavix need to be taken to keep stents open and aggressive cholesterol lowering is needed to prevent new blockages. Additionally, BP control, exercise, a healthy diet, and, of course, cessation of cigarette is mandatory to prevent new blockages.
How can I lower my blood pressure immediately?
Reduce your salt intake
Can arrhythmia be diagnosed with an ECG?
Sometimes, but often longer time periods of cardiac monitoring are needed ranging from 24 hours to 2 weeks or longer.
Can heavy drinking negatively affect my heart?
Heavy drinking whether continuously or in binges can definitely cause an irregular heartbeat. Reduction or cessation of heavy drinking often cures this problem.
Can ECG detect heart disease?
Rarely. Usually the diagnosis of heart disease requires additional heart tests and blood work.
My son's chest is feeling tight lately. What could be the cause?
While heart disease is rare in teenagers, there are well known congenital abnormalities - problems that people are born with - that can first cause symptoms in teenage years and READ MORE
While heart disease is rare in teenagers, there are well known congenital abnormalities - problems that people are born with - that can first cause symptoms in teenage years and avoid detection by pediatricians when the individual is younger. He should be evaluated by a cardiologist if his chest tightness continues.
What are the symptoms of a heart attack in women?
Yes and no. The most frequent symptom of a heart attack in women is in fact the typical chest tightness and pressure in the middle of the chest, sometimes associated with sweating READ MORE
Yes and no. The most frequent symptom of a heart attack in women is in fact the typical chest tightness and pressure in the middle of the chest, sometimes associated with sweating or arm or jaw pain. But as opposed to men, a significant number of women will have atypical symptoms of just nausea without chest pain, or dizziness or nausea. Unexplained symptoms such as these, in a woman with coronary artery risk factors, such as postmenopausal status, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol or family history of heart disease require a thorough evaluation to exclude heart disease.
Does heart disease require surgery?
No! The vast majority of heart disease in people in their late 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s require only medication, diet modification and exercise. Surgery is rarely needed.
Can an overactive thyroid increase risk of heart problems?
Yes it can. An overactive thyroid can be associated with cardiac arhythmias including atrial fibrillation
What is the treatment for marfan syndrome?
People with Marfans syndrome, an inborn disease of the connective tissue are at increased risk of join dislocations, aortic aneurysms, mitral valve disease and other disorders. READ MORE
People with Marfans syndrome, an inborn disease of the connective tissue are at increased risk of join dislocations, aortic aneurysms, mitral valve disease and other disorders. While there is no medical treatment, good medical observation is needed to look for the development of some of these complications.
Is constipation after a bypass surgery normal?
Yes. Discuss with your cardiologist or cardiac surgeon
Are there any supplements recommended after bypass surgery?
There are no global recommendations. Speak to your cardiologist or cardiothoracic surgery. Sometimes patients are anemic after bypass surgery and may need treatment of this. All READ MORE
There are no global recommendations. Speak to your cardiologist or cardiothoracic surgery. Sometimes patients are anemic after bypass surgery and may need treatment of this. All treatment is individualized.
I can feel my heart pounding time and again. Could it be a symptom of atrial fibrillation?
There are many types of heart arhythmias, one type is atrial fibrillation, which in general is seen in people over the age of 60, but can happen in younger individuals. Some skipped READ MORE
There are many types of heart arhythmias, one type is atrial fibrillation, which in general is seen in people over the age of 60, but can happen in younger individuals. Some skipped beats is not the usual description that doctors would give for atrial fibrillation, but an EKG and other tests would clarify what you had. Most skipped beats are totally benign and don't indicate a serious heart problem.
I am experiencing tachycardia after having heavy bleeding during my menstrual cycle. What should I do?
Tachycardia and weakness after a heavy menstrual cycle can be symptoms of dehydration and/or anemia from your blood loss. Speak to your doctor to determine the cause.
What are precautionary steps to take to prevent a heart attack?
The best way to prevent it is to see a preventive cardiologist who will perform several ultrasound tests, obtain lab work, and may recommend additional testing. Prevention is the READ MORE
The best way to prevent it is to see a preventive cardiologist who will perform several ultrasound tests, obtain lab work, and may recommend additional testing. Prevention is the best way to NOT have a heart attack or stroke!
