Birmingham Archives

New Montclair Facility Helps Cardiac Rehab Patients in Recovery

Feb 08, 2006 at 02:18 pm by steve

The American Heart Association says physicians should aggressively encourage patients to exercise and follow cardiac rehabilitation protocols to prevent recurrent heart attack.... Read More

Cardiology Grand Rounds

Feb 08, 2006 at 02:14 pm by steve

The American Heart Association's "Top 10 Research Advances for 2005" list (see related story) is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what's new in the field. Below is.... Read More

AHA Unveils Top Research Advances in 2005

Feb 08, 2006 at 02:10 pm by steve

It seems as if almost every week a groundbreaking study is released with implications on the management, prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disease. From rapid discover.... Read More

Why Do Reimbursements Cause Friction Between Insurers and Healthcare Providers?

Jan 06, 2006 at 04:36 pm by steve

When UAB Health System and UnitedHealthcare parted ways late last year, the split highlighted the ongoing tension between insurance carriers and healthcare providers over reim.... Read More

Avian Flu Fears Leave Local Providers With Few Options

Dec 13, 2005 at 05:04 pm by steve

In the small Gulf Coast community where Dr. Ralph Kahler practices, questions about avian flu are a regular part of the job. As a local infectious disease expert, he has a lo.... Read More