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High blood pressure or hypertension is frequently asymptomatic and undetected. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke and can be evaluated by a cardiologist with blood pressure testing both in the doctor’s office and a program of at-home blood pressure recordings over several weeks.
Hypertension can lead to a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure. Determining the correct diagnosis means you will get the correct care. Any heart specialist can treat your symptoms, but only an expert hypertension doctor can pinpoint the reason for your condition and take steps to treat it at its source.
Normal blood pressure: generally less than 140/90 mmHg (i.e. systolic blood pressure less than 140 and diastolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg).
High blood pressure: 140/90 mmHg or higher.
Why does high blood pressure matter for cardiac health?
Dr. Steven Reisman is very smart and has great bedside manners. He will send as much time as you need and will have a plan to help you get better. The office staff is very nice and can always get you an appointment in a reasonable amount of time and he takes insurance.~ ZocDoc
The following factors increase the risk of serious problems associated with high blood pressure:
Your lifestyle is very important in helping you to control high blood pressure and its associated risks. The NYC cardiologist will probably advise you to:
If you have any questions for the best in class NYC cardiologist or would like to schedule a consultation or appointment please feel free to contact Dr. Steven Reisman of the New York Cardiac Diagnostic Center and indicate which Manhattan office (Upper East Side, Cardiologist in Midtown Manhattan, or Wall Street / Financial District) you would like to see the cardiologist for a cardiac consultation.
The information on this website is to provide general information. The information on this website does NOT reflect definitive medical advice and self-diagnoses should not be made based on information obtained online. It is important to consult a best-in-class Cardiologist for a consultation and examination regarding ANY and ALL symptoms or signs including but not limited to chest discomfort, shortness of breath, palpitation or fainting as these may be a sign of a serious illness or condition. An accurate diagnosis and treatment plan should only be made by your physician in order to exclude a serious condition.