Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in America, accounting for one in five deaths, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While multiple lifestyle factors can cause ...

Major surgery can feel emotionally overwhelming, often bringing fear of the unknown, concerns about recovery, and anxiety over medical decisions. These feelings are common, and understanding what to ...

A heart surgeon has labelled one of the world's most consumed drinks as "liquid death", insisting that people simply shouldn't drink it "period". Dr Jeremy London is board-certified in general surgery ...

Diet is often billed as a tool to help you look a certain way on the outside. In truth, it's a critical piece for helping your body function well from the inside out, so you can enjoy a life you love.

After performing what has been described as the world’s longest robot-assisted cardiac procedure, Dr Sudhir Srivastava has ...

FOR THE FIRST time, doctors have successfully completed a coronary artery bypass without cutting the patient open. They recently documented the results of the landmark surgery in Circulation: ...

Open heart surgery requires cutting open your chest to access and repair your heart. This is an extensive surgery that may last as long as 3-5 hours. Recovery from open heart surgery may take 4-6 ...