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The U-M Samuel and Jean Frankel Cardiovascular Center is on the forefront of innovative, advanced efforts to combat the magnitude of cardiovascular disease.
Ann Arbor, MI
Joined January 2017
Liproprotein (a) is an independent genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease. A preventive cardiologist explains how testing for it can help providers create a plan for prescribing medications or lifestyle changes that help lower cholesterol.
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In 2021, Mojo had a surgery to prevent a large aortic aneurysm from rupturing. His story:
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RT @STS_CTsurgery: STS Members: if you missed @JennaRomanoMD 's presidential address at #STS2025, you can watch it now on YouTube. The spee…
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Millions of people have atrial fibrillation. Symptoms of an irregular heart rhythm can be provoked in different ways: stress, caffeine, exercise. Cardiac electrophysiologist @MGhannamMD shares common Afib triggers and how to avoid them:
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❤️ Why do you go red? Treating and preventing cardiovascular disease is central to the mission of our Frankel Cardiovascular Center. For many, it is also personal. Some of our team members share their reasons on Go Red Day 2025.
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Millions of Americans take daily supplements or vitamins. But what effects do they have on the heart and vascular system? On Feb. 13, join a team from @umichmedicine as they discuss how they help or harm, and offer expert recommendations to optimize your health.
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A cardiac stress test uses EKG to examine how the heart functions under pressure. As you exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike with increasing speed and resistance, the test can alert your provider to several cardiovascular conditions. A nurse practitioner explains:
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“While my donor’s family has chosen to remain anonymous, I want to express my deepest gratitude for their selfless decision," she said. Read Lanham's transplant story:
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RT @JCI_insight: .@FrankMDavisMD @umichmedicine provides important mechanistic evidence that PERK/ATF4 ER stress pathway regulates vascular…
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Over 4 decades of announcing, former @UMichFootball voice Jim Brandstatter has made some memorable calls. But he says one of his best did not come from the broadcast booth. “For your own safety and peace of mind, find a cardiologist." His ❤️ story:
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RT @GAilawadiMD: Come hear the newest in treatments for cardiac illnesses by experts in a relaxing environment! Co-sponsored by the Unive…
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February is Heart Month. At the Frankel CVC, our mission is to improve the heart and vascular health of our patients and communities. Follow along this month for inspiring stories, innovative research and helpful tips on cardiovascular health:
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