Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P is a pediatrician in Ann Arbor, MI specializing in general pediatrics, cardiac electrophysiology (heart rhythm) and pediatric cardiology. He graduated from University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P is affiliated with University of Iowa, University of Michigan Health-West and University of Iowa Health Care.
1540 E. Hospital Drive Floor 11, Room 715z
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
330 Laurel Street
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Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P treated were heart failure, atrial fibrilation, hypertension and chronic kidney disease.
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Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P graduated from University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the AM Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology AM Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in Iowa.
Medical School: University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine
Residency: University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: AM Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology AM Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: Iowa
Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.78 out of 5 stars based on 35 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P from all over the web to help you find the right in Ann Arbor, MI.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Benjamin W. Hale, MD, MS, CEPS-P. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Cardiva VASCADE MVP VVCS 6-12F $123 |
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Carto 3 $47 |
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Dr. Benjamin Hale works as a pediatric cardiology, cardiac electrophysiology (heart rhythm), and general pediatrics. In Dr. Hale's practice, he is particularly interested in arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), neuromuscular disorders (nerve & muscle diseases), and cardiac electrophysiological study. He is professionally affiliated with the University of Michigan Health-West and the University of Iowa Health Care. He studied medicine at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. For his residency, Dr. Hale trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan. He has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. His practice in Ann Arbor, MI is open to new patients as reported by University of Michigan Health-West.
