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Dr. Nitin Mehta, MD is a neonatologist in Olney, MD specializing in neonatology. He graduated from Topiwala National Medical College in 1973 and has 51 years of experience. Dr. Nitin Mehta, MD is affiliated with MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center and MedStar Health.
18101 Prince Philip Drive
Olney, MD 20832
3800 Reservoir Road Northwest Main Building 3rd Floor Room 3400
Washington, DC 20007
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.
Dr. Nitin Mehta, MD graduated from Topiwala National Medical College in 1973. He completed residency at H.H. Raulerson Memorial Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatrics American Board of Pediatrics, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine and has a state license in District of Columbia.
Medical School: Topiwala National Medical College (1973)
Residency: H.H. Raulerson Memorial Hospital (1976)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatrics American Board of Pediatrics, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Licensed In: District of Columbia
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Dr. Nitin Mehta, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $3,000.
Dr. Nitin Mehta's area of specialization is neonatology. His areas of expertise include premature babies, newborn care, and heart problems. Before performing his residency at D.C. General Hospital, Dr. Mehta attended Topiwala National Medical College for medical school. Dr. Mehta (or staff) speaks the following languages: Swahili, Gujarati, and Hindi. Dr. Mehta's professional affiliations include MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, and MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.
