Episode 16: Should Everyone See a Cardiologist?

Recognizing Your Need for a Cardiologist 

“What does the timeline look like for a patient’s relationship with the cardiologist?” Kevin O’Connell asks Dr. John Nayda, Interventional Cardiologist at Trinity Medical WNY. Basically, is there a certain age that you should start making regular visits to a heart doctor? Dr. Nayda explains that a patient’s relationship with their primary care provider usually acts as the gateway to cardiac care. Family doctors often take regular blood pressure measurements and cholesterol profiles, which are the two most significant ways to get a read on heart health. 

Of his patient philosophy, Dr. Nayda notes, “I was always trained to listen to the patient first.” He recognizes each patient’s role in the decisions they make about their body and healthcare. 

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