AFib occurs when abnormal electrical signals cause the upper chambers of the heart to beat irregularly, affecting blood flow through the heart, which increases the risk for stroke and congestive heart failure. Doylestown Health offers cryoablation, an advanced treatment for AFib.
Every man should have an annual physical and digital rectal exam after age 50 to screen for prostate cancer. The condition is highly treatable, especially when detected early. Learn more about prostate cancer, including risk factors, testing, and treatments.
A new mom tells about her experience at Doylestown Health and while COVID-19 has changed the way things look because of infection control procedures, the care provided remains high-quality with a personal touch.
Doylestown Health’s VIA Maternity Center was recently named a Keystone 10 Designated facility for its efforts to educate and support breastfeeding mothers and promote the health of new moms and babies.
Doylestown Health is looking for volunteers for the new Cardiovascular and Critical Care Pavilion. Learn from one of our Heart-to-Heart volunteers what being a volunteer is like.
After a long hiatus due to COVID-19, animal-assisted activity dogs like Pip are easing back to in-person visits, delivering a healthy dose of cuteness and joy to patients and associates at Doylestown Health.
Mary Ann Nissley, 88, has hiked thousands of miles on the Appalachian and Buckeye trails. She's also a regular at Doylestown Health’s Walk with a Doc program, where participants meet at a local park for a brief presentation by a health care expert followed by a 30- 45-minute stroll.
What is CBD is and how does it differs from THC (as found in marijuana). What is CBD used for and what its potential benefits and dangers? Learn from Christine Roussel, PharmD, BCOP, director of Pharmacy at Doylestown Health, if CBD is right for you.
Would you be able to tell if someone was having a stroke? Doylestown Hospital experts discuss how to tell if someone is having a stroke and what to do about it.
Learn about risk factors associated with sleep apnea and treatment options that result in a better, safer night’s sleep.
Knowing how to spot stroke and calling 9-1-1 can save your life or someone else's. A stroke is a "brain attack" that can happen to anyone at any time. Stroke occurs when blood flow to an area of the brain is cut off and brain cells begin to die. Read on for tips on what to look for.
Eating too much sodium can raise blood pressure and lead to high blood pressure. Sodium causes fluid retention, which is an added burden to your heart.
Many people have spider veins and varicose veins. These red, purple, and enlarged twisted veins can be the source of cosmetic concern. More advanced forms of the disease can lead to serious complications and cause chronic health issues.
Sunburn and dehydration are two words you do not want in your sun-day, fun-day vocabulary. Here are a few summer safety tips for this summer and how to keep your kids safe.
The potential health consequences of untreated sleep apnea go beyond feeling sleepy and include high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, depression, cancer, dementia and early death. Learn the signs and your risk.
Feb 7, 21, 28 Conf Levy: Feb 14 Conf C: March 7, 21, 28 Conf Levy: March 14 Conf A: April 4, 25 Conf Levy: April 11, 18 Conf A: May 2, 16, 23, 30 Conf Levy: May 9 Conf A: June 6, 20, 27 Conf Levy: June 13, Conf C: July 4, 18, 25 Conf Levy: July 11 Conf A: August 1, 15, 22, 29 Conf Levy: August 8 Conf C: September 5, 19,26 Conf Levy: September 12 Conf A: October 3, 24, 31 Conf Levy: October 10, 17 Conf A: Nov 7, 21, 28 Conf Levy: Nov 14 Conf C: Dec 5, 19, 26 Conf Levy: Dec 12 Conf C
Join Oncology social worker Amy Stein as she showcases the incredible support available for women in this community. Learn about integrative treatments, support groups, individual counseling, and survivorship, through discussions with the dedicated professionals and volunteers of Unite for Her, Cancer Support Community, the Bessie Mathews Foundation and Doylestown Health.
The hepatology experts at Doylestown Health offer advanced, individualized, care to patients affected by a wide range of liver diseases and disorders.
Doylestown Health's Emergency Department is staffed by board-certified and specially trained emergency physicians to care for your acute illness or injury.
Hospitalists are specially trained, internal medicine doctors who work exclusively in the Hospital and are responsible for admitting and managing in-patients.
Our rheumatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases of the joints, soft tissues, autoimmune diseases and heritable connective tissue disorders.