What Is Your Target Heart Rate Zone?

How to determine the “sweet spot” of aerobic activity when you’re exercising.

Thoracic (Lung) Surgery

Lung surgery is surgery done to repair or remove lung tissue. There are many common lung surgeries, including: Biopsy of an unknown growth Lobectomy, to remove one or more lobes of a lung Pneumonectomy, to remove a lung Surgery to prevent the buildup or return of fluid to the chest (pleurodesis) Surgery to remove an…

Angioplasty

Angioplasty is a procedure offered at Deborah Heart and Lung Center that opens narrowed or blocked blood vessels responsible for moving blood throughout the body. Fatty deposits can build up inside the arteries and block blood flow. To restore blood flow, a stent – a small, metal mesh tube that keeps the artery open –…

Deborah Hospital Foundation’s 14th Annual Red Tie Gala

Deborah Hospital Foundation’s 14th Annual Red Tie Gala will be held Saturday, November 9, 2019, at the Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing.

What Are the Signs of Lung Cancer?

Learn about symptoms, screenings and prevention to lower your risk of this common cancer.

Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI)

The ankle-brachial index (ABI) test is a quick, noninvasive way to check for peripheral artery disease (PAD). The ankle-brachial index test compares the blood pressure measured at the ankle with the blood pressure measured at the arm. A low ankle-brachial index number can indicate narrowing or blockage of the arteries in the legs.

AFib

Neck

It’s common to experience neck pain or the occasional stiff neck. We rely on the bones, muscles, and ligaments in our necks to support and allow motion in our heads. Pain in the neck area may be a result of an inflammation or injury caused by any number of activities or sudden movement. Sudden jerking…

Community Outreach

Our Outreach Program provides health screenings and speakers to educate the public on cardiovascular health.

PAD Risk Assessment