Pacific Heart Institute

Pacific Heart Institute We provide comprehensive cardiovascular diagnostic and therapeutic services.

A new study found that people who have had a heart attack, but who are considered low risk for other cardiovascular comp...
06/03/2026

A new study found that people who have had a heart attack, but who are considered low risk for other cardiovascular complications, may be able to safely discontinue beta-blocker use after at least one year.

“Every medication adds complexity, including a greater potential for interactions or side effects over time. In patients who no longer have a clear ongoing indication, in this case no heart failure, no ongoing angina or arrhythmia, being able to step back from a medication is good cardiology practice.” Rigved Tadwalkar, MD

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/beta-blockers-one-year-necessary-after-heart-attack-study -would-people-want-to-stop-using-beta-blockers

06/01/2026

Excited to share that the 25th Annual Hawaii Cardiovascular Symposium is taking shape for October 21–24, 2026 at the Ritz-Carlton Turtle Bay on O‘ahu.

I’ve been proud to be part of this meeting’s continued growth over the years, and this year is especially meaningful as I take on an expanded role on the planning committee.

The symposium has become a standout destination for cardiovascular education in the Pacific, bringing together an exceptional faculty and a dynamic program spanning heart failure, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, structural heart, imaging, cardiometabolic care, digital health, emerging technologies, and clinical innovation.

Looking forward to helping bring another strong program to life in Hawaii.

Registration is open:
hawaiicardiovascularsymposiums.com

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This Stroke Awareness Month, we encourage you to take time to learn the signs and understand what a stroke really is. An...
05/27/2026

This Stroke Awareness Month, we encourage you to take time to learn the signs and understand what a stroke really is.

An ischemic stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked or interrupted, and acting quickly can make all the difference.

Awareness can save lives.

Up to 80% of strokes are preventable.One of the most important steps you can take is managing your blood pressure, since...
05/21/2026

Up to 80% of strokes are preventable.

One of the most important steps you can take is managing your blood pressure, since high blood pressure is the leading preventable cause of stroke.

Knowing your numbers and making small healthy choices today can make a life-saving difference tomorrow.

05/19/2026

Can your cholesterol get too low?

We’re breaking down one of the most common questions in heart health from our discussion at Love.Life.

Watch the reel to learn more!

Understanding your blood pressure numbers is one important way to protect your brain and heart. The top number (systolic...
05/15/2026

Understanding your blood pressure numbers is one important way to protect your brain and heart.

The top number (systolic) measures the pressure when your heart beats, while the bottom number (diastolic) measures the pressure when your heart rests between beats.

Knowing your numbers can help you take steps toward cardiovascular prevention and better long-term health.

05/12/2026

Grateful for an incredible evening with the Pacific Heart Institute team at The Chelsea in Santa Monica!

Our team goes above and beyond every day to care for our patients with compassion, dedication, and excellence, and it’s so important to celebrate the people who make it all possible.

Thankful for this amazing group and all that they do!

Meet Dr. Peter C.D. Pelikan, Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Saint John’s Hospital. He has...
05/11/2026

Meet Dr. Peter C.D. Pelikan, Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Saint John’s Hospital. He has served as Medical Staff president, and is active in hospital leadership.

His medical interests include coronary and structural heart intervention, actively performing coronary stenting, TAVR, MitraClip and Watchman implantation, and more.

An avid skier and fly-fisher, Dr. Pelikan loves the outdoors. While indoors, he is trying (slowly) to learn to play the piano.

Learn more about Dr. Pelikan here: https://www.pacificheart.com/peter-c-d-pelikan-md-facc

05/07/2026

Did you know women can experience a wide range of symptoms during a heart attack? Recognizing them early matters.

Monitoring your blood pressure at home can be a powerful way to stay on top of your heart health ❤️ But how and when you...
05/06/2026

Monitoring your blood pressure at home can be a powerful way to stay on top of your heart health ❤️

But how and when you measure it matters.

“I advise people not to check their blood pressure too often in a day,” It “almost invariably leads to higher overall blood pressure values,” - Rigved Tadwalkar, MD

Read the full article here: https://www.prevention.com/health/a64745482/best-time-to-take-blood-pressure/

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2001 Santa Monica Boulevard Suite 280 W & 360 W
Santa Monica, CA
90404

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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