Straight Talk

with cardiologist Dr. Kenneth Kronhaus

Ken Kronhaus, MD, PhD, has practiced cardiology for more than 20 years as a trained medical scientist. His education includes time spent in the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of Pennsylvania, as well as a postdoctoral research fellowship from the American Heart Association. A few of Dr. Kronhaus’ notable achievements include founding Lake Cardiology, where he practices and participates in heart research, and hosting a nationally syndicated radio talk show, “Good Day Health with Dr. Ken.”

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News and Features

The latest news, in-depth features, and insightful video blogs. This is where you will find a growing wealth of information about atherosclerosis and what you can do to start taking care of your arteries.

Athero News

 
Coronary angiography: A look inside your heart's blood vessels
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Heart-healthy eating to help prevent cardiovascular disease
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High blood pressure dangers: Hypertension's effects on your body
Often called the silent killer, high blood pressure can quietly damage your body for years before symptoms develop. Left uncontrolled, you may wind up with a disability, a poor...    Read more»
 
Coronary angioplasty and stenting: Opening clogged heart arteries
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Heart attack symptoms: Know what signals a medical emergency
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Lowering cholesterol: Could your diet use some TLC?
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Cholesterol test: Sorting out the lipids
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Doing the DASH: Take the guesswork out of healthy eating
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Heart disease prevention: 5 strategies keep your heart healthy
Heart disease may be the leading cause of death for both men and women, but that doesn't mean you have to accept it as your fate. Although you lack the power to change some...    Read more»
 
Ultrasound of aortic atherosclerosis
In atherosclerosis, plaque deposits — consisting of fats, cholesterol and other materials — gradually accumulate in the lining of the arteries. Sometimes, as seen in this ultrasound ...    Read more»
 

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