Why Choose Baptist Health for Cardiometabolic Care
At Baptist Health, we are redefining the standard for cardiometabolic care in South Florida. As the region’s first and only dedicated Cardiometabolic Clinic, we provide patients with a truly integrated approach that addresses both heart disease and metabolic disorders like type 2 diabetes. Our expert team of preventive cardiologists and metabolic specialists delivers evidence-based, compassionate care that prioritizes your overall health and empowers you to manage — and even reverse — your risk. We combine leading-edge technology, individualized treatment plans, and patient education to improve outcomes and help you reclaim your quality of life. With Baptist Health, you’re not just getting a treatment plan; you’re gaining a team that’s dedicated to helping you thrive.
Our Approach
Cardiometabolic disease can be complex. So, we take a multidisciplinary approach to treating it. Our priority is reducing the likelihood that you’ll experience other severe health problems like heart attack, stroke or kidney failure.
But we do more than simply deliver medical therapies. As part of your cardiometabolic care, we take the time to explain your risks and help you understand how to avoid future problems or even reverse some of the damage to your heart that’s already happened.
When you “graduate” from our Cardiometabolic Clinic, you will better understand your cardiometabolic disease risk factors and be able to manage them.
By the Numbers: Cardiometabolic Health
More than 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. has metabolic syndrome, significantly increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.
Patients with diabetes are twice as likely to develop heart disease or experience a stroke than those without diabetes.
Cardiometabolic disease accounts for 2 out of every 3 deaths in people with diabetes.
Weight loss of just 5-10% of body weight can significantly improve insulin sensitivity and cardiovascular markers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Insulin resistance occurs when the body does not respond to insulin as effectively as it should.
Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps the body use sugar in the blood for energy. When insulin becomes less effective, blood sugar levels can remain elevated.
Over time, this can place stress on the pancreas and may lead to higher blood sugar levels and, eventually, type 2 diabetes.
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Diabetes increases the risk of heart disease by damaging blood vessels and promoting inflammation.
High blood sugar and insulin levels can harm blood vessels, raise blood pressure and increase the likelihood of plaque buildup in the arteries. Diabetes can also contribute to a stiffer heart muscle.
As a result, the risk of heart attack and heart failure increases, sometimes even before type 2 diabetes is formally diagnosed.
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Yes, it can be.
Diabetes can damage nerves, which may make it harder to recognize typical symptoms of heart disease or a heart attack. Some people may not notice symptoms until the condition becomes more advanced.
Understanding the connection between diabetes and heart disease and seeking preventive care are important steps in protecting long-term health.
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Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver.
The body typically stores extra energy as fat. When the amount stored in the liver exceeds its capacity, fat begins to accumulate.
Although heavy alcohol use can also cause fat buildup, alcohol is not the cause in most cases of this condition. Risk factors may include insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, obesity and high triglycerides.
Over time, fatty liver disease can lead to liver fibrosis and cirrhosis.
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Weight loss can improve insulin sensitivity and help lower blood sugar levels.
Obesity and insulin resistance can contribute to inflammation and increase the risk of conditions such as coronary artery disease and heart failure. Losing weight may also reduce strain on the heart, lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels and sleep apnea.
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Cardiology & Sleep Medicine | Kendall (Galloway)
The Baptist Health Cardiology Difference
Your heart health is our priority. Whether you're managing a condition or looking to prevent one, our expert cardiology team is here to guide you every step of the way. We provide compassionate, personalized care, backed by the latest research and innovative treatments—to help you live a longer, healthier life.
Pioneering The Cures Of Tomorrow
Our researchers play a vital role in helping us better understand heart and vascular disease. They participate in a wide variety of clinical trials dedicated to improving treatments that will ultimately lead to better patient outcomes. Learn more about their work and what it means to be involved in a clinical trial.
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