Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH is a cardiologist in Columbus, OH specializing in adult cardiology. Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH is affiliated with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC), Ohio State University WMC, WYANDOT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL and OSU INTERNAL MEDICINE LLC.
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
335 Glessner Avenue
Mansfield, OH 44903
473 W 12th Avenue Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43210
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.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH treated as a cardiologist in Columbus, OH were cardiac procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), hospital care and inpatient care.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.
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He completed residency at Baghdad Teaching Hospital, Baghdad. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular and has a state license in Maryland.
Residency: Baghdad Teaching Hospital, Baghdad (2006)
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular (2015)
Licensed In: Maryland
Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 21 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH from all over the web to help you find the right in Columbus, OH.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Mitra Clip system $826 |
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Dr. Thura T. Harfi, MD, MPH has received 24 research payments totaling $20,935.
Dr. Thura Harfi's area of specialization is adult cardiology. Patients gave Dr. Harfi an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is especially interested in heart valve disease and internal medicine. He is affiliated with Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute.
