Heart & Vascular
The North Memorial Health Heart & Vascular team boasts excellence at every level: Led by top-rated cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons, we are also one of the top-rated hospitals in the nation for cardiovascular care. We partner with you in the hospitals and clinics to provide comprehensive, incomparable care crafted especially for you. It’s safe to say: We love what we do, and we think you’ll love our approach.
From life-saving emergency response to preventative care, our Heart & Vascular teams are integrated into our hospitals and clinics to meet patients where they’re at with their cardiovascular health.
Why choose North Memorial Health?
Since its founding, North – Robbinsdale Hospital has been a leader in cardiovascular care not just in Minnesota, but across the country – ranking in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for emergency heart attack care.
When Sue had a heart attack, it was critical that she received lifesaving car. Thanks to the expert care from our Heart & Vascular team, Sue is now living a healthy and active life with her family.
CT calcium scoring
Heart disease prevention
Each year, the number one cause of death in the United States is coronary artery disease. There are no symptoms or prior heart problems in many of these cases. Numerous risk factors exist for heart disease, including cholesterol level, blood pressure, smoking, and family history.
However, research increasingly suggests that there is a direct link between the amount of calcium buildup in your arteries and the likelihood of a heart attack or stroke.
CT calcium scoring uses high-resolution CT scanning technology to detect and highlight calcification. It is a simple, noninvasive test that can identify early heart disease.
Schedule an exam
Call us at 763-581-9282 to schedule a CT calcium scoring exam.
The CT calcium scoring may be beneficial for you if you are male, age 35-70, or a female, age 40-70, and you have any of the following risk factors:
- Diabetes
- Family history of heart disease
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Overweight
- Smoking
Common conditions we treat
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Angina
- Aortic Stenosis
- Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmia, Arrhythmias
- Cardiovascular Critical Care
- Chronic Total Occlusions
- Complex Coronary Artery Disease
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Cholesterol
- High Blood Pressure
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Disease
Surgeries and procedures we offer
- Aortic, Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Replacement
- Balloon Angioplasty
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Cardioversion
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Catheter Ablations
- Coronary Bypass Surgery
- Electrophysiology Studies
- Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting
- Left Atrial Appendage Occluder (LAAO)
- Pacemaker and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
- Percutaneous Coronary Interventions
- Stents
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Programs we offer
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Heart & Vascular resources
Cardiovascular surgery
We offer a full array of surgeries for both minimally invasive and open procedures.
Cardiac Rehab Program
Our accredited program provides monitored exercise, education and support to those recovering from heart surgery, heart attack, angioplasty/stent placement and other heart conditions.
Eating for your heart
The American Heart Association recommends eating a heart healthy diet that includes good fats, limits saturated fats and minimizes trans-fat consumption to help manage cholesterol levels.
Care team
Our highly trained experts empower you with the knowledge and the support you need to get the healthcare you want.
Alok Maheshwari, MD
Danielle Kaplan, PA-C
Peter Seebart, PA-C
Chris McAninch, MD
Subash Harwalkar, MD
Robert Michael King, MD
Ethan M. Fruechte, MD, MS
Chike Obi, MD
Erik Olson, APRN, CNP
Paul J. Sarcia, MD
Joseph Franchino, PA-C
Wobo Bekwelem, MD, MPH, FAHA, FACC, FSCAL, RPVI
Sara Murray, MD, RPVI
Alexandra Ritts, MD
Abdisamad M. Ibrahim, MD, RPVI
Kareem Rizk, PA-C, MPH
Support Heart & Vascular services
As a non-profit, donations of any size help contribute to the impact we make and the community we serve for years to come.
Locations
To make an appointment, call our scheduling line: 763-581-5402
