At NWCD, we have proudly served as specialists in echocardiograms, carotid Dopplers, and ECGs since 1998. Over the years, we have built a reputation for delivering precise, high-quality diagnostic testing to help healthcare providers accurately assess and manage cardiovascular health. Today, we are thrilled to announce a new and exciting…
Understanding Heart Transplants and the Importance of Regular Echocardiograms Simply put: a heart transplant is a procedure in which a failing heart is replaced with a donor heart. The goal of a cardiac transplant is not only to increase lifespan, but also quality of life. It sounds easy enough but…
North West Cardio Diagnostics is a well-established echo lab that is fortunate to have some of the best cardiologists in Alberta. Among these remarkable doctors is Dr. Debra Isaac. Recently the recipient of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society Women in Cardiovascular Medicine/Science Mentorship Award, Dr. Isaac’s accomplishments and accolades are almost…
Keeping Your Heart Healthy This Season The holiday season is a time for caring, sharing, loving, and kindness. We are often overwhelmed with gratitude for our friends and family, feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Just thinking of the days to come can make our hearts “grow three sizes in one…
Movember: Growing Awareness for Men’s Health—Why It Matters for the Heart and Beyond Movember is an annual campaign that takes place every November to raise awareness about men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. The campaign encourages men to grow a moustache for…
Why Dental Care Matters As Halloween approaches, our thoughts often turn to candy, creepy costumes, and spine-chilling movies. While these seasonal treats and thrills are all good fun, there’s a real scare that accompanies every bite-sized chocolate bar: the connection between poor dental health and heart disease. Sugary sweets and…
Understanding the Fluttering Sensation, Causes, and When to Seek Medical Attention Have you ever experienced a sudden sensation of your heart racing, fluttering, or pounding in your chest? These are known as heart palpitations, and while they can be disconcerting, they are not always a cause for alarm. Here we…
Potential Cardiovascular Risks in Patients After Initial COVID-19 Infection Persistent symptoms from coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) are present in nearly 90 percent of patients 60 days post diagnosis. Proper testing, diagnosis, and management may prevent worsening illness. COVID-19 has the potential for both direct and indirect long-term effects on the…
Respiratory Illnesses – Differentials leading to Diagnosis The flu and COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus that’s led to the current pandemic, are both infectious respiratory illnesses. Although the symptoms of COVID-19 and the flu can look similar, the two illnesses are caused by different viruses. Let’s throw in the…
Debra Isaac and Paul W.M. Fedak: It is eerily quiet in our hospital cardiac units. It shouldn’t be By Debra Isaac and Paul W.M. Fedak As health-care professionals, we are focused on preparing for and implementing effective management strategies for the onslaught of COVID-19 patients within our health…