In general, cardiovascular services refer to the branch of medicine that deals with the heart and cardiovascular system, which comprises the heart, blood, as well as blood vessels (the arteries and veins). Cardiovascular services may include caring for, treating, monitoring and researching diseases and issues related to this system. There are a variety of cardiovascular issues that impact millions of Americans each year, including: - Abdominal aortic aneurysm - Congenital heart defects - Coronary artery disease, which includes angina and heart attacks - Heart failure - Problems with the heart valves - High blood pressure and/or high cholesterol - Irregular heart rhythms (known as arrhythmias) - Peripheral artery disease (PAD) - Stroke These illnesses can onset suddenly and be very serious and life threatening. Others can be diagnosed at birth and managed throughout your lifetime. Whether you are someone who has already been diagnosed with one of these conditions or is seeking general cardiovascular services, at Dr. Nassar MD, we can provide the care you need.