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RUSH, Franciscan Health Partner on Vascular Surgery

Collaboration expands cardiovascular care in Northwest Indiana
Michele Richard
Heart Health

Comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Care at RUSH with Erica Engelstein, MD

Dr. Erica Engelstein is an electrophysiologist in the RUSH University System for Health and an expert in treating atrial fibrillation. Her clinical interests include evaluation and treatment of patients with suspected or documented arrhythmias, including catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia.
Dr. Erica Engelstein is an electrophysiologist in the RUSH University System for Health and an expert in treating atrial fibrillation.
Heart Health

RUSH Oak Park Hospital’s New Electrophysiology Lab Brings Treatment to the Suburbs

The EP lab will treat patients with and abnormal heart rhythms and other heart related conditions closer to home
Front view of RUSH Oak Park Hospital on a sunny day with blue skies. A sign in the foreground directs patients and visitors where to go for various services.
Heart Health

How to Cut Back on Sodium

RUSH cardiologist shares tips for steering clear of salt
Salt with wooden spoon
Heart Health

Arika's Story: 'My Heart Is Feeling Really Good'

RUSH Oak Park cardiovascular program helps patients avoid serious heart issues
Arika Clark
Patient Stories

Marty's Story: Thinking Outside the Box

An MRI required a little extra planning for Marty Lewis, who is hard of hearing
Marty
Heart Health

5 Facts About Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

Tips for recognizing, living with and preventing this potentially dangerous heart condition
Stethoscope with ECG chart
Heart Health

Mark’s Story: Active Again After High-Risk Blockages in His Arteries

Complex, minimally invasive treatment at RUSH allows Indiana man to avoid open heart surgery — and get back on his bike again
Mark Spitz
Heart Health

Taking Care of Their Hearts

Cardiologist Gaurav Shah recommends heart scans — and follows his own advice
Heart specialist Gaurav Shah, DO, and his wife had heart scans
Heart Health

Peripheral Arterial Disease

RUSH vascular surgeon Michele Richard, MD, highlights risk factors for PAD and lifestyle changes that can help manage it