florida heart and vascular patient portal

What is the Florida Health Connect patient portal?

Florida Health Connect is a patient portal that is free to everyone receiving services at any local county health department. The portal allows you to more actively engage with your care team at a time that works best for you. Tired of waiting on a call back? Florida Health Connect will make talking to your care team easier.

What is the patient portal and how do I login?

The patient portal is your secure online tool to access your health information, request appointments and refills, or communicate with your care team. If you are a patient and have not registered for our patient portal, contact us at (239) 938-2002!

Why choose FHV health for cardiovascular care?

Working as a team across cardiovascular and multi-specialty disciplines, we are able to provide the best-possible individualized plan of care for the diagnosis and treatment of each patient. When you need us, FHV Health will be here for you with services that are far reaching in breadth and scope.

Why choose Florida heart associates?

Florida Heart Associates brings together medical professionals with advanced training in cardiovascular health; leading treatment options and innovative procedures for safe, compassionate heart care.

Why is the electrical function of the heart abnormal?

The electrical problem is caused by defects in the heart muscle cell structure. This defect can make a person prone to a heart arrhythmia called Torsade de Pointes which can cause fainting and death.

What is the name of the heart condition that causes shortness of breath and palpitations?

Atrial Fibrillation. A common type of arrhythmia causing an irregular heartbeat. May cause palpitations, lack of energy, dizziness, chest discomfort, shortness of breath or no symptoms at all. How hard the heart has to work to pump blood to the body. Systolic (top number) the greatest force the left ventricle pumps.

Why is the heart causing the delay in the electrical impulse?

Usually due to injury (heart attack) or abnormal chemistries in the blood.

What to eat if you have heart problems?

Eating mostly poultry or fish, avoiding fried foods, low fat dairy, and only 1-2 eggs per week and lean beef or pork when eaten.