Joseph Freedman, MD, MBA
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
3208 Chiquita Blvd S. Suite 110 Cape Coral FL, 33914Rating
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Dr. Freedman brings many years of experience as a cutting edge cardiologist specializing in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of all cardiac disease. He trained at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic, ...
Education and Training
Georgetown University Science
University of Miami Internal Medicine and Residency
Cleveland Clinic Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship
Sackler School of Medicine - Israel Medicine
Board Certification
Nuclear MedicineAmerican Board of Nuclear MedicineABNM
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Joseph Freedman, MD, MBA's Expert Contributions
Caring for your Heart in the Summer Heat
If you’re a heart patient, older than 50, or overweight, you might need to take special precautions in the heat, according to Gerald Fletcher, M.D., professor of medicine at the Mayo Clinic, in Jacksonville, Florida. Check with your healthcare professional before starting an exercise routine if...
Spring and Summer: Healthy Advice for Your Heart
The season of BBQs, picnics, and fun-filled events is upon us, and with all of the festivities, we should be well reminded that this time of year can literally put a great deal of stress on our hearts. Since heart disease is still the leading cause of death in both men and women, understanding how...
Depression Can Adversely Affect the Heart
One of the most common ailments that doctors treat annually is depression. Nearly 15 million people in the United States are affected by depression. Persistent Depressive Disorder or PDD is a chronic type of depression that usually lasts for more than a year and can be difficult to treat...
Are You Still Trying to Quit Smoking? Why it’s Time to Make it Stick
Smoking is no longer a popular pastime; however, many people still struggle with the addiction. If you are one of them, it’s time to stop. Cigarettes are toxic to your health and living without them is so much better on all levels and aspects of your life. Most people are familiar with the...
The Great American Smokeout Challenge: Why Your Cardiologists Wants You To Quit
Most people are familiar with the negative effects that smoking has on your lungs and the increase in cancer-related diseases, but oftentimes are unaware of the damage that smoking does to your cardiovascular health.Smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco cause toxic chemicals to enter your...
Do You Ever Have Heart Palpitations or Sensations of Fluttering in your Chest? AFib is an Alarming Condition.
AFib is an irregular heart rate that is often rapid with palpitations and causes insufficient blood flow. More than 6 million individuals in the United States have AFib. Hereditary heart disease can cause the disorder, but other factors contributing to heart arrhythmias are high cholesterol, high...
Swollen Legs and Feet Could be a Sign of Heart Failure
While there are several types of heart failure, the primary concern is that the heart cannot pump blood and oxygen efficiently throughout the body. Due to this overcompensation, the heart becomes enlarged. The muscle mass of the heart thickens, and the heart tries to beat as fast as possible to keep...
Along with Cardiovascular Health Benefits, Exercise Increases Overall Wellness
JAMA published a study in 2018 that found that those who do not exercise have an increased risk of premature death, outweighing, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even cancer-related conditions. In addition to all of the primary health benefits, regular cardiovascular exercise is also known to...
Ignoring Common Cardiac Symptoms Leads to Critical Issues
John F. Kennedy once said, “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” This statement holds true when we focus on many of the issues in life, especially our health. Some of the most common cardiac risk symptoms are often overlooked. Ideally, individuals should start to be mindful...
At The Onset Of A Stoke: Prompt Treatment Can Save Lives And Lessen Long-Term Side Effects
When oxygen and blood can’t reach the brain, the brain cells begin to die very rapidly. When you are experiencing symptoms of stroke, minutes matter! There is a medication called tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) that can break through a blood clot, but not everyone with a stroke can receive the...
How to Improve Your Cardiovascular Health with Diet & Exercise
The health of the body and vascular system is affected by many things like stress, substance abuse, and genetics, but the main offenders of conditions and disorders are being overweight, poor dietary habits, having high blood sugar levels, chemical and toxin overload, and living a sedentary...
Diet And Heart Health: Making Good Choices Can Be Confusing
When it comes to diet and nutrition, there are countless gurus and influencers claiming they have the best advice, but the truth is, depending on your overall health, some diets are just downright dangerous. If you have any heart or vascular conditions, you need to caution this type of advice and...
The Holiday Season is Stressful: What This Means for Your Heart Health
The Holiday season is upon us, and with all of the festivities, we should consider that this time of year can actually put a great deal of stress on our hearts. Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in both men and women, and during the holidays, it's essential to better understand and...
Minutes Count: Recognizing the Signs & Symptoms of a Stroke Saves Lives!
Dr. Joseph Freedman MD, MBA Every year in the United States nearly 800,000 people will suffer from a stroke. If it’s not caught early enough, it can lead to death, paralysis, cognitive impairment, aphasia, and many more complications. There are Several Different Types of Strokes:•...
Discharged from the Hospital? Why Cardiology Follow-Up Care is Essential for Your Heart Health
If you have a cardiac episode that puts you in the Emergency Room or admits you to the hospital, one of the most important things you can do to ensure your cardiac health is managed properly is to see your cardiologist soon after you are discharged. Cardiac episodes are scary, to say the least,...
LDL is not the only “Bad” Cholesterol: What you Should Know About Lp(a)
A genetically inherited cholesterol, Lp(a) is what tennis player Arthur Ashe had, as well as the Biggest Loser’s, Bob Harper. Lipoprotein (a) increases the risk of heart disease and cardiovascular conditions greatly. Cardiac Care Group endorses the following information provided by the Lp(a)...
Heat Safety Precautions for the Summer Months
With weather approaching the upper 90's and, on some days, triple digits, the heat can be unbearable at times and downright dangerous, this is especially true when we factor in the high level of humidity. Our bodies self-regulate heat by sweating and also through radiating heat back into the...
Ignoring Common Cardiac Symptoms Leads to Critical Issues
John F. Kennedy once said, “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” This statement holds true when we focus on many of the issues in life, especially our health. Some of the most common cardiac risk symptoms are often overlooked. Ideally, individuals should start to be mindful...
Are You at Risk?
After the age of twenty, our vascular systems start to accumulate plaque. Tiny plaque deposits may embed themselves into our vascular structure. Over time, this plaque can buildup and cause the hardening of the arteries. This blocks oxygen-rich blood from reaching our hearts and may cause clots to...
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