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Health and Wellness | July 26, 2021
What Causes Blocked Arteries? (video)
Coronary artery disease is the narrowing of the heart’s coronary arteries caused by buildup of plaque. A Scripps cardiologist explains.
Health and Wellness | April 26, 2021
4 Medical Advances Making a Difference in Heart Care
Scripps is a pioneer in innovative heart care. Learn about new devices and treatments for AFib, heart valve and coronary disease.
Patient Stories | February 26, 2021
New Heart Tests Save San Diego Man’s Life
Thanks to proactive physicians and pioneering technology in integrative medicine, a patient is alive and well after undergoing coronary stent placement.
Scripps in the News | November 24, 2020
CBS 8 Story Features Champion Inline Skater’s Heart Valve Repair
CBS 8 News featured Roger Olson’s story along with Matthew Price, MD, the Scripps cardiologist who placed a MitraClip device in the patient’s heart.
Health and Wellness | November 3, 2020
How To Take Care of Your Heart During COVID-19: Don’t Delay Care (podcast)
Paul Teirstein, MD, a Scripps interventional cardiologist, discusses the association between heart disease and complications from COVID.
Health and Wellness | October 20, 2020
How Does Coronavirus Affect People with Heart Disease? (video)
People with heart disease are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID. Don't wait to seek heart care. Scripps hospitals are safe.
Health and Wellness | June 18, 2020
Why Is Coronavirus Dangerous to People with Heart Disease?
Heart patients are at greater risk of complications if infected by COVID-19. Learn what you can do to protect your health.
News Releases | January 31, 2020
Scripps Cardiologist First in California to Repair Tricuspid Heart Valve with Specially Designed Clip
A Scripps Clinic interventional cardiologist became the first in California to repair a tricuspid heart valve using a tiny experimental clip.
Patient Stories | November 22, 2019
Patient Has Rare Mitral Valve Procedure
A cancer survivor continues to beat the odds after successfully having both her aortic and mitral valves replaced at Scripps.
Health and Wellness | September 17, 2019
What Is TAVR Heart Valve Replacement? (podcast)
Cardiologist Paul Teirstein explains the benefits of minimally invasive TAVR heart valve replacement compared to open heart surgery.