26/02/2026Dr Dushyant MaradiaCardiologistHypertriglyceridemia: What is it, and is it serious?Identifying and managing hypertriglyceridemia is important for long-term cardiovascular and metabolic health.
27/05/2025Dr Dushyant MaradiaCardiologistTreating ADHD with stimulants? Why cardiac screening is the first stepAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults. With growing awareness and diagnosis rates in the UK, more people are being considered for stimulant medications. However, these medications can affect the heart, so cardiac screening is often recommended beforehand. This article from a consultant cardiologist outlines how stimulants for ADHD work, and why the heart may be affected.
27/06/2024Dr Dushyant MaradiaCardiologistFamilial hypercholesterolemia: steps to combat the conditionFamilial hypercholesterolemia (FH) presents as a silent yet perilous condition affecting approximately 1 in 200-300 individuals worldwide. This inherited genetic disorder results in abnormally high levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in the blood, significantly increasing the risk of premature cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes. With a 50% likelihood of cardiovascular disease striking males with FH before their 55th birthday and a 33% probability for females before their 60th birthday, it becomes incumbent upon society to raise awareness about FH and take proactive measures to assist those affected. Leading consultant cardiologist Dr Dushyant Maradia provides tips to try and combat the condition.
13/06/2024Dr Dushyant MaradiaCardiologistHeart disease and cholesterol: what is the connection?Heart disease stands as a significant global health threat, claiming many lives prematurely worldwide. Among the myriad factors contributing to this alarming reality, high levels of cholesterol have emerged as a central concern in cardiovascular health. Distinguished consultant cardiologist Dr Dushyant Maradia explores the intricate relationship between heart health and cholesterol, aiming to explain the role of cholesterol in our well-being and how we can assert control over our heart health.
28/03/2024Dr Dushyant MaradiaCardiologistStress ECG: your questions answeredA stress ECG, or stress electrocardiogram is a tool often employed by doctors to evaluate the health of their patients’ hearts mostly to exclude significant narrowing blood supply of heart. Leading consultant cardiologist Dr Dushyant Maradia clears up any questions you may have about this procedure, explaining its purpose, process, and what patients can expect.
