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We gain an hour of sleep tonight thanks to Daylight Saving Time ending. Dr. Lance Garner from CardioVascular Health Clinic joined News 9 at 8 a.m. Saturday to talk about the impacts time change has on the body.

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves of the peripheral nervous system, causing painful and uncomfortable symptoms such as shooting pain, tingling, or diminished sensation in the feet, toes, fingers, hands, and arms and loss of balance or coordination.  It develops when nerves in the extremities are damaged, and, if left untreated, it […]

Prostate artery embolization (PAE) is an innovative procedure for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is minimally invasive, has a shorter recovery time, and has a reduced risk of complications like sexual dysfunction. Unlike traditional surgeries, PAE requires only local anesthesia and allows you to return more quickly to daily activities with fewer side effects. […]

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)—also known as an enlarged prostate—is a common condition in men over 50, where the prostate gland swells and causes difficulties with urination. This non-cancerous growth can significantly impact one's quality of life but is manageable with proper treatment. Many men may develop an enlarged prostate as they age. BPH affects around […]

Blood clots are clumps of blood that form when blood thickens and clots, often to stop bleeding. However, when they form in veins or arteries, they can block blood flow and cause serious health risks. Treatments include blood thinners, clot-dissolving medications, and sometimes surgery. Despite how common they are, few people know much about blood […]

Transcarotid artery revascularization, or TCAR, is revolutionizing stroke prevention. Compared to traditional surgery, TCAR has a smaller incision, reduced risk of stroke during the procedure, quicker recovery time, and fewer complications for high-risk patients, making it a safer, less invasive option for treating carotid artery disease. A diagnosis of carotid artery disease (CAD)--a buildup of […]

September is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month, and to help raise awareness, Dr. Carlos Rueda, a vascular surgeon with the Cardiovascular Health Clinic, shared insights on how to protect ourselves from this deadly but often overlooked condition. What is Peripheral Artery Disease? Dr. Rueda said that Peripheral Artery Disease is essentially the hardening of the arteries, […]

CardioVascular Health Clinic of Oklahoma performed the first outpatient TCAR, or trans carotid artery revascularization, in the U.S. Johann Theron became the first person in America to receive a TCAR procedure after receiving devastating news a year ago. According to Theron's doctors, Theron's carotid artery was 95% blocked and Theron should have suffered a stroke […]

Diabetes and peripheral artery disease (PAD) are conditions that impact blood vessels and circulation. The high blood sugar levels caused by diabetes damage blood vessels over time, leading to reduced blood flow. This damage then increases the risk of developing PAD. To prevent severe complications from PAD, early detection and management are particularly important for […]

Johann Theron remembers even the simple, mundane tasks around his Clinton, Oklahoma home becoming more and more difficult.  “I couldn’t walk from my house to my mailbox and back without being out of breath,” said Theron. “I think it was more serious than what I realized.” LOCAL NEWS: Loss of ARPA funds could ‘hurt’ childcare providers, […]