A heart attack occurs when a blood clot or other blockage forms in a coronary artery and suddenly stops blood flow to the heart. Your heart depends on a continuous flow of oxygen-rich blood to function properly. When it does not receive oxygen, even for a short period, your heart tissue will begin to die.…

The choices we make throughout the day can significantly affect our heart health. And no one knows that truth better than the heart doctors at Middle Georgia Heart. We see firsthand how even small decisions can impact the heart and the body as a whole. Discover four healthy habits that our cardiologists not only promote,…

Congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and coronary heart disease are three major heart complications that can put your health and life at risk.

Atrial fibrillation, or Afib, is a type of arrhythmia wherein your normal heart rhythm becomes offbeat. Afib can be acute or chronic and is the result of your heart contracting irregularly. If not addressed early, Afib can lead to life-threatening complications. Normal Heart vs. a Heart with Atrial Fibrillation Your heartbeat is the effect of…