What’s Your Vascular Age?

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, yet the majority of patients who suffer a first cardiac event had no prior warning signs. Carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) measurement is a validated, non-invasive ultrasound study that measures early arterial wall changes before they progress to clinically significant disease. By measuring the thickness of the inner two layers of the carotid artery wall, CIMT provides a direct, objective assessment of vascular atherosclerosis (plaque buildup) — offering a window into cardiovascular risk that standard cholesterol panels and risk calculators simply cannot replicate.  It compares your results to thousands of others of similar age and gender and assigns your "vascular age" along with other valuable information in an easy-to-understand report. 

As part of our commitment to comprehensive, proactive care, we now offer at home carotid ultrasound (CIMT) scanning for your cardiovascular health!  CIMT results allow us to refine your individual risk profile, recommend treatment options, and establish a baseline for monitoring arterial health over time.  In our western culture, this study is valuable to anyone over 40 years of age.  Especially those with borderline lipid levels, a family history of premature cardiovascular disease, Diabetes Mellitus, heart disease, or those seeking the most thorough picture of their long-term health.  I did this myself and found it to be extremely beneficial and something I can work on and improve!

Schedule a Carotid Scan with Doc Healthcare and find out your Vascular Age today!