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Lufkin, TX – Woodland Heights Medical Center is the first facility in Lufkin to utilize a new catheter for patients with peripheral arterial disease who have had complete or near-complete blockage in a leg artery for a long period of time, commonly called chronic total occlusion or CTO. Interventional cardiologist Dr. Erica Fidone utilized the technology which differentiates from other catheters as it usually allows the physician to complete the entire procedure with just one visit to the catheterizatio... ... Read More
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Lufkin, Texas – If it seems like more people are getting sick each day – it’s not your imagination. Diagnoses of flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise across the U.S and more people visiting the emergency department or needing hospitalizations for treatment of severe symptoms. If you are one of those who has gotten ill, the symptoms for each condition are similar and it’s important to know when they signal a medical emergency. All can cause mild to severe illness and someti... ... Read More
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Lufkin, TX, (January 12, 2024) – It’s a leap year, and that means we all can look forward to an extra day in February – an extra day to enjoy life, be well, and pursue the things that make us happy. And, while an extra day is nice, what if you could add more years to your life? Caring for your heart is one of the best ways to increase longevity. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, responsible for one in five adult deaths in the U.S each year. The CDC (Centers for Disease... ... Read More
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Lufkin, TX – Woodland Heights Medical Center announced they are the first facility to use a new management system to combat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The procedure offers relief from acid reflux without the need for daily medication. According to the National Institute of Health, approximately 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a long-lasting condition in which gastroesophageal reflux causes repeated symptoms that are bothersome or can lead to complications. Without treatment, GERD can som... ... Read More
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Lufkin Texas (November 15, 2023) – Most consumers pay significant premiums for their health insurance, but not everyone takes full advantage of the benefits of insurance coverage, especially once the annual deductible has been reached. Using your health plan benefits for medical visits, screenings and procedures is the best way to support your overall health. And, as the current plan year comes to an end, right now may be the best time to address any outstanding medical needs, by taking advantage of pai... ... Read More
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Lufkin, TX – Woodland Heights Medical Center announced the addition of new technology to utilize a new laser system to treat complex coronary and peripheral vascular disease in patients. Dr. Vivek Mangla, Interventional Cardiologist and Medical Director of the Cardiac Cath Lab at Woodland Heights along with Dr. Inder Singh, Interventional Cardiologist, were the first at Woodland Heights to utilize the technology. The treatment strategy utilizes interventional technology to open arteries blocked by plaqu... ... Read More
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Lufkin, TX – Woodland Heights Medical Center announced it is the first facility in Lufkin to utilize a new electrophysiology catheter for cardiac ablation. Cardiac ablation is a procedure that scars tissue in your heart to block electrical signals. It is utilized in treating cardiac arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter. The new catheter offers cardiologists the ability to ablate efficiently with predictability and confidence. It is the first and only contact force catheter with a ... ... Read More
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Lufkin, TX – Woodland Heights Medical Center is the first in the Lufkin/Nacogdoches area to utilize a new treatment for pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. It is the first mechanical thrombectomy device FDA indicated and purpose built for this treatment. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) typically occurs when a blood clot forms in the legs and pulmonary embolism (PE) occurs when a part of the clot breaks off, travels through the bloodstream and causes a blockage of blood flow to the lungs 1 . The bloc... ... Read More
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Lufkin, TX – Woodland Heights Medical Center announced it now offers the next generation in leadless pacemakers to patients in deep East Texas. It is the first facility in Lufkin to offer the new devices. Comparable in size to a large vitamin, the new pacemakers are less than one-tenth the size of traditional pacemakers. With approximately 40% more battery life compared to previous generations, the new pacemakers are projected to last nearly 16 and 17 years, respectively. Pacemakers are the most common ... ... Read More
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Lufkin, TX (July 17, 2023) – Woodland Heights Medical Center is thrilled to welcome Erica Fidone, M.D., FACC, FSCAI, and Justin Price, M.D., FACC, RPVI, to Lufkin. Dr. Fidone, a native to Lufkin, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist and Dr. Price is a board-certified cardiologist. “I am so honored to be back home in Lufkin,” states Dr. Fidone. “This community helped shape me into the person I am, and I look forward to putting my heart and soul into treating the people of this community with ... ... Read More
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