Dr. Kenneth L Franco MD
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
69 Jesse Hill Jr Dr Se Atlanta GA, 30303About
Dr. Kenneth Franco is a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Franco specializes in surgical procedues of vital organs in the chest such as the heart, lungs, esophagus and more. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Franco typically treats conditions like heart disease and lung disease. This class of surgeon can also include cardiac surgeons, cardiovascular surgeons, congenital heart surgeons and general thoracic surgeons.
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SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
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Can anxiety affect an echocardiogram?
If your heart rate is very fast, it can limit the amount of information that can be obtained from the echo. READ MORE
How should your lifestyle change after heart transplant surgery?
Follow all your doctor's instructions, take all your meds, keep all doctor appointments, exercise, and be more careful about risks of infections. READ MORE
Can you live a normal life after heart transplant surgery?
I would say you can live a good life after a heart transplant. One has to deal with the issues of infection, rejection, graft coronary artery disease, and the complications from the immunosuppressive drugs. These are managed by your transplant cardiologist. Overall, more than half the recipients of a heart transplant live at least 10 years. READ MORE
Can you have a heart attack with a normal heart rate?
Yes. Heart rate to a certain extent has nothing to do with a heart attack. A heart attack is caused by a clot in one of the coronary arteries that supply blood flow to the heart muscle. READ MORE
What is the difference between a heart attack and a myocardial infarction?
They are one and the same. The terms are used interchangeably. READ MORE
What is the best treatment for atrial fibrillation?
You should see, be evaluated, and be followed by an expert electrophysiologist (cardiologist who is an expert in arrhythmias). He or she can discuss treatment options on what would be best for you. READ MORE
What helps you heal faster after angioplasty surgery?
Follow all the directions given to you by your interventional cardiologist. READ MORE
What is the most common cause of endocarditis?
Endocarditis is an infection on a heart valve (native valve or prostheticvalve). the infection can be cause by bacteria or fungus. the causes are varied including IV drug use, dental cleaning, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, blood sepsis etc. READ MORE
Does heart tachycardia require a heart transplant?
there can be many causes for heart tachycardia. you need to see a cardiologist who can sort out the type of tachycardia your have, possible causes and whattreatment might be needed. heart transplantation would be a last resort forsomeone with endstage heart failure. READ MORE
Can you recover from congestive heart failure?
You can be stabilized with CHF, but you need to see and be followed by a heart failure cardiologist with expertise in this area. READ MORE
How can I stop heart palpitations immediately?
There are many reasons for palpitations. You should see a cardiologist who can sort out the possible cause of your palpitations and see if there is any problem with your heart. After that, he can recommend treatment if indicated. READ MORE
Can arrhythmia cause a heart attack?
Heart attack is caused by an obstruction of a coronary artery that provides blood flow to your heart muscle, which can lead to arrhythmias. Certain heart arrhythmias can be fatal, but not by necessarily by causing a heart attack, they just make your heart muscle not pump very well. As someone who as arrhythmias, you should see a cardiologist who can do a necessary work-up to figure out why you are having certain arrhythmias and also assess your coronary arteries and heart muscle function. READ MORE
Does your body warn you before a heart attack?
Most of the time, a patient will have some symptoms before a heart attack, but not always. There are times a patient collapses and dies. One should have a yearly physical and if you have heart disease, know what symptoms to look for. Your heart doctor can help you know what to look for. READ MORE
How does alcohol affect cardiomyopathy?
Heavy drinking over time can affect the heart muscle as it does to other organs like the liver. If you have underlying heart issues for other reasons, that could make the situation worse. It is best to drink in moderation or not at all. READ MORE
What causes breathing problems after open heart surgery?
Smoker, poor lung function prior to surgery, very long complicated operation where the breathing tube is not removed soon, pneumonia, heart failure, etc. -- a few reasons why one can develop breathing problems after surgery. READ MORE
How do you prepare yourself for a heart transplant?
Your cardiologist and heart surgeon should help you with this. There are support groups and you should talk to a few patients who have had the procedure. READ MORE
When do you know you need a new heart?
I would suggest you see a good cardiologist for an evaluation and see how that works out. A new heart should be the last thing you want at your age unless your heart is badly failing with no other options. READ MORE
Can you have a heart attack without knowing it?
It is possible to have a very small heart attack and not know it, but is not that common. Most heart attacks come with symptoms which sometimes individuals ignore. Occasionally, an individual can collapse and die with a heart attack. This is the worst case scenario. READ MORE
When should you go to the ER for tachycardia?
If you have ongoing tachycardia, you should see a cardiologist ASAP. He or she can sort out the cause and prescribe the best treatment and provide follow-up. READ MORE
What does pain in the left arm feel like during a heart attack?
Symptoms of a heart attack in women include: -Shortness of breath -Sweating -Chest pain radiating to the left arm or jaw (sharp shooting pain or dull pain) -Increased heart rate -Upset stomach READ MORE
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