The Alaska Heart Beat Blog

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November 9, 2023

Welcoming Jasleen Tiwana, MD to AHVI

Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute (AHVI) is thrilled to announce the latest addition to our esteemed team of physicians, Jasleen Tiwana, MD. As a highly skilled interventional cardiologist, Dr. Tiwana brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and dedication to our...
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October 6, 2023

AHVI Welcomes Dr. Dixson & Dr. Ghosh

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Jeffrey Dixson and Dr. Moyukh Ghosh to our team of cardiologists!  Dr.Dixson earned his undergraduate degree in psychology from Duke University and his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He is Board Certified in...
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May 16, 2023

Surviving a Heart Attack: Paul Rotkis’ Story

Urgent care is essential for survival and recovery. The average person does not seek medical care until about three hours after they experience the first heart attack symptoms—but, tragically, about half of heart attack deaths occur in the first 3...
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October 21, 2022

AHVI Represents Alaska at ACC Conference

We are proud to share that AHVI CEO Bob Craig and Linda Ireland, DO, FACC, represented AHVI and Alaska at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Legislative Conference in DC this week! This annual conference offers cardiovascular clinicians and care...
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September 16, 2022

AHVI in the Community: Dave Thorsness Rowing Challenge & Mended Hearts Charity Golf Tournament

August was a fun and busy month for AHVI community participation. Keep reading to learn about our participation in fun, local events we have sponsored annually and love to support!  Dave Thorsness Rowing Challenge Row AHVI! On August 14, AHVI...
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October 14, 2020

New Cardiologists at Anchorage Clinic

AHVI would like to warmly welcome two new cardiologist to our Anchorage clinic, Blake Charlton, MD and Hung Vo, MD!...
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October 14, 2020

New Healthcare Facility and Welcome Dr. Feringa

Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute is pleased to announce the relocation and opening of our new healthcare facility in Wasilla located at 3125 East Meridian Park Loop, scheduled to open the first week of December. AHVI offers a complete line...
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January 15, 2018

Healthy for Good and Whole Body Fitness

This year, AHVI is a major sponsor of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Healthy for Good movement. Healthy for Good is a new, exciting movement dedicated to whole-body health and wellness. Their approach is simple: Eat smart. Add color. Move...
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September 25, 2017

Cold-Weather Fitness Tips: Staying Active During the Winter Months

With fall upon us, and winter just around the corner, now’s the time to think about how you can remain active during the colder months. It’s much easier to get out and active during the summer, and with longer periods...
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August 14, 2017

Routine Checkups and Achieving Ideal Cardiovascular Health

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), cardiovascular diseases, which include coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, stroke and heart failure, continue to be the leading cause of death both in the United States and around the world. In the...
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