Leg cramps? It might be peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains PAD symptoms, risk factors and treatment options.
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8 things you need to know about heart disease
Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, shares facts Tennesseans should know about heart disease and what they can do to prevent it.
Why statins are often part of a diabetes care plan
Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that when you have diabetes, you’re at greater risk for developing cardiovascular disease.
9 reasons you shouldn’t ignore swollen legs
Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says if you develop swelling in your legs on a regular basis, or it lasts awhile, you should contact your healthcare provider to find out the cause.
Blood clots: what you need to know and watch out for
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn how to gauge your risk for developing a blood clot—and what to do if you develop signs of one.
What is heart failure? How to spot the signs + why it’s different from cardiac arrest
Dr. Ian Hamilton, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says while many of us know how to spot a heart attack, we’re less likely to know how to spot heart failure.
What are statins? Exploring the cholesterol-lowering medication
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Ian Hamilton, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about statins and how they work.
6 tips for preventing a second heart attack
Dr. Ian Hamilton, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides 6 key things you can do to help prevent a second heart attack.
Why A Heart Attack May Look Different for Women
Heart disease is the most common cause of death for women in Tennessee. Here are some more subtle signs of heart attack women in particular need to look out for.
Heart Disease Doesn’t Always Have A Pattern
For every story about someone whose health or lifestyle made them a likely candidate for a heart attack, there’s another narrative: the seemingly healthy person with no warning flags who had one.