Through the injection of a radioactive tracer, Positron Emission Tomography (PET) procedures are useful in diagnosing and staging various cancers, identifying heart disease and early detection of brain disorders…
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Posted on February 19, 2021
Posted on February 18, 2021
Written by Rudy Mahadeo, BS, CNMT, PET, NCT, ARRT (N) (CT)
PET nuclear stress testing, formally known as rubidium-82 (Rb82) PET myocardial perfusion imaging, has become the diagnostic tool of choice…
Posted on January 5, 2021
All salt is essentially sodium chloride. Sodium is an essential mineral that is regulated by the kidneys. It assists in muscle function, nerve impulses and maintains the body's balance of fluid. With all of these…
Posted on December 11, 2020
Written by Jennifer J. Shanahan, RD, CDN
It is all anyone can talk about right now as we all are trying to reduce our risk of getting coronavirus. Even if you are working from home, canceling…
Posted on December 9, 2020
After serving the cardiac community for more than four decades, Dr. Peter F. Bruno Jr. has announced his retirement. Dr. Bruno is a founding member of North Suffolk Cardiology and is credited as the first…
Posted on November 8, 2020
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is found in all your cells. Your cholesterol levels can serve as a harbinger for your future heart health. High cholesterol can double your risk for heart disease…
Posted on November 5, 2020
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” —Benjamin Franklin
At North Suffolk Cardiology, we put preventive care at the forefront of our practice. Catching and addressing a health concern before it…
Posted on October 29, 2020
Written by Julianne Smith, RN, FNP-BC
Each year, World Stroke Day is observed on October 29th to raise awareness of its prevention and treatment. This day provides us with an opportunity to educate…
Posted on October 19, 2020
Written by Jennifer J. Shanahan, RD, CDN
During this pandemic, you may find yourself ordering take-out more than usual. It may be that you don’t have the food at home because you weren’t able to get…
Posted on September 23, 2020
While summer may be our favorite season of the year, it is important to remember that our bodies are working harder to keep cool. Summer can be an especially dangerous time for those with heart conditions as heat…