Cardiovascular Disease

SMJ Article | Review Article

Elevated Lp(a): Guidance for Identifying and Managing Patients

Key Points Elevated lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) is considered an independent and causal risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASVCD) and calcific aortic valve disease, affecting approximately 20% of individuals. Lp(a) levels are established in youth and are almost exclusively genetic and minimally affected by nonpharmacologic interventions. Clinicians should suspect elevated Lp(a)...

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SMJ Article | Perspectives

White Coat Hypertension: A Benign Finding or a Masked Risk Factor?

A role of the primary care physician is to identify and manage patient risk factors. An easily identified risk factor is hypertension, especially considering its clear association with the development of various negative health outcomes. Studies have clearly demonstrated the benefits gained by the proper control of hypertension among patients,...

Posted in: Hypertension7

SMJ Article | Original Article

Availability of Specialty Services for Cardiovascular Prevention Practice in the Southeastern United States

Objectives: A comprehensive cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention approach should address patients’ medical, behavioral, and psychological issues. The aim of this study was to understand the clinician-reported availability of a pertinent CVD preventive workforce across various specialties using a survey study in the southeastern United States, an area with a disproportionate...

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SMJ Article | Original Article

Heart Disease Knowledge and Awareness in African American and Hispanic Women

Objectives: Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among US women. Minority women have higher rates of CHD and are more likely to experience adverse outcomes. Because of racial disparities in CHD outcomes, the purpose of this study was to assess CHD knowledge and awareness...

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Podcast | Practice of Medicine | June 16, 2023

Listen to Dr. Donald DiPette Preview His Assembly Presentation on Hypertension Studies

In this podcast, Dr. Donald DiPette, the Health Sciences Distinguished Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia, provides an introductory overview of his upcoming presentation, “Landmark Hypertension Studies during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Practical Clinical Implications”, taking place October 27 during SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Posted in: Hypertension3

SMJ Article | Review Article

Comprehensive Review of Hypertensive Disorders Related to Pregnancy

Hypertensive disorder of pregnancy is a common complication during pregnancy that affects approximately 10% of pregnancies and is responsible for nearly 14% of maternal deaths worldwide. It affects the mother and the fetus simultaneously, sometimes putting the health of the mother and the fetus at odds with each other. It...

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SMJ Article | Review Article

Direct Use of Clinical Tolerance Limits for Assessing the Degree of Agreement between Two Methods of Measuring Blood Pressure

A large number of new methods of measuring blood pressure (BP) have recently emerged with advances in technology. Different methods of measuring BP generally provide varying readings compared with one another. Clinicians must decide how to respond to these variations and how to assess the degree of agreement. Clinical agreement...

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March 27, 2023

April 2023 CME Webinar

Burnout, Wellness and Systemic Change: A Clinician's Prescription for Well-Being Drs. Desiree Burroughs-Ray and Christopher Jackson REGISTER HERE This session will discuss system level and individual level practical solutions to healthcare workers dealing with burnout amidst the convergence of multiple pandemics. Using personal stories and changes enacted at the system...

Posted in: Cardiovascular Disease3 Hypertension2

February 9, 2023

February 2023 CME Webinar

Management of Hypertension : Time for Increased Patient Involvement Donald DiPette, MD, FACP, FAHA REGISTER HERE This webinar will focus on delineating patient-related barriers, addressing these barriers, and increasing the involvement of the patient in the management and treatment of their hypertension. The importance of educating the patient on the...

Posted in: Cardiovascular Disease3 Hypertension2

SMJ Article | Original Article

Adherence to Hypertensive Treatment among Vietnamese Patients in New Orleans

Objectives: Our principal objectives were to identify the level of adherence and identify the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that influence adherence to antihypertensive treatment among Vietnamese patients in New Orleans, Louisiana. Methods: By partnering with a community health center serving the Vietnamese community in New Orleans, we conducted reviews of...

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