The Alaska Heart Beat Blog & News

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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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March 31, 2020

Exercise Tips

Home progrm (Mixed-Basic) Home Program (Upper Body) Home Program (Lower Body) Home Program (Cool Down)...
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May 2, 2018

Alaska Provides the Perfect Backdrop for Your Walk

When it comes to simple ways to be healthy, walking is all the rage–and it’s easy. For those of us lucky enough to live in Alaska, our walks are some of the most beautiful there are. Walking doesn’t require any...
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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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September 11, 2017

Diagnostic Imaging at Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute

AHVI provides Alaskans with complete cardiovascular care, which begins with advanced cardiac diagnostic and imaging services. We offer a full range of all noninvasive cardiovascular imaging right here in one location for patient convenience. Our imaging and diagnostic services include:...
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August 28, 2017

Effects of Stress and Stress Management Tips

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the link between stress and cardiovascular disease isn’t clear. However, the AHA says that stress can lead to unhealthy habits and behaviors that are related to heart disease. These habits can include eating...
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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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July 25, 2017

Staying Fit While In the Office

Working in an office may seem relatively safe, but there are several health risks associated with the office environment that go unrecognized. Sitting for long hours at work with lack of physical activity can wear on your heart’s health and...
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