Page 5 - Jupiter West - September '22

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Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center

Focus On Atrial Fibrillation

September is National As an electrophysiologist on the medical staff of • Convergent procedure
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, Dr. Matthew • Laproscopic atrial fibrillation surgery
awareness month, which Klein encourages patients to seek medical attention • Watchman
is an important time to immediately if they are experiencing AFib symptoms, Dr. Klein concludes, “We have a unique and great
emphasize the importance and says, “Knowing if a person has AFib is important. opportunity to treat patients that have AFib. Treating
of detecting and treating It is associated with a fivefold increased risk of having AFib successfully improves quality of life, reduces
AFib. AFib, is a type a stroke, a threefold risk of developing heart failure and mortality, and decreases the potential for developing
of arrhythmia (irregular a twofold risk of both dementia and mortality. AFib strokes and other cardiac conditions.”
heartbeat) which causes strokes are likely to be more severe than non-AFib related
numerous debilitating strokes.”
symptoms. Symptoms of AFib range from fatigue, chest Conditions that predispose patients to develop AFib Tyler Cameron To Hold Gala from page 1
palpitations or pounding, chest pain or pressure, difficulty include: Age over 60, coronary artery disease, heart
breathing, dizziness, or fainting. Unfortunately, some failure, high blood pressure, heart valve disease, prior us. She felt that it was important for her three sons to
patients are found to have AFib only after having a heart surgery, sleep apnea, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, get a college education. She was our most loyal and
stroke. Some people with AFib feel no symptoms at all. and alcohol abuse. fiercest supporter; she always had our backs. We want
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center offers a variety of Patients with suspected or proven AFib need a full our mother’s legacy to continue helping and supporting
minimally invasive treatment options for AFib, and is on history and physical exam. An electrocardiogram should others to achieve their dreams.”
the forefront of procedure options for this potentially life- be done to confirm the diagnosis. There are devices like Tyler hopes the gala will bring together the
threatening condition. Leaving persistent AFib untreated Holter monitors and event recorders that are worn by the community in support of a great cause – to ensure
can lead to blood clots, stroke and heart failure, as well patient and monitor the heart during days or weeks. All students achieve their full potential and to help change
as other heart-related complications. patients with AFib should have an echocardiogram done the world.
The heart has groups of specialized cells that generate by a cardiologist to detect any underlying heart disease. The gala is a black-tie event that includes a silent
electrical impulses which travel through natural pathways Blood thinners are indicated if the risk for stroke is auction, a live auction, dinner, and dancing. Tickets
from the top chambers to the bottom chambers of the significant. are $500 per person, with all proceeds supporting
heart (from the atria to the ventricles). These impulses Treatment options depend on how long, often, and the foundation. The owners of the Pelican Club,
make the heart contract and pump blood efficiently. In severe the AFib episodes occur. Treatments range from the Lessing’s Hospitality Group, are thrilled to support
AFib there are changes in the structure of the atria that use of medications, noninvasive procedures (cardioversion the foundation by hosting the event. The Jupiter
result in abnormal electrical firing creating uncoordinated and catheter ablation), to hybrid procedures where cardiac Inlet Lighthouse will take center stage with stunning
and ineffective atrial contractions. Blood can pool in the surgeons and electrophysiologists work together to get waterfront views.
atria forming clots that if dislodged can travel to the brain the patient back into a normal heart rhythm. “I cannot thank Lessing’s Hospitality Group enough
causing a stroke. The heartbeat in AFib becomes irregular AFib treatment options offered at Palm Beach Gardens for their generosity in allowing The Andrea C. Cameron
and can result in very fast or slow heart rates due to this Medical Center include: Foundation to hold our gala at one of the best, most
abnormal electrical activation. • Atrial fibrillation ablation scenic event spaces in the Jupiter area,” Tyler said.
“The view of the lighthouse resonates with everyone
in the community as a true symbol of Jupiter.”
To enjoy one of his favorite pastimes with friends
and family, Tyler will also host a golf tournament for
the foundation the day after the gala. The tournament
will be held at Palm Beach Par 3 golf course in Palm
Beach. The tournament is from 1 to 6 p.m., and tickets
start at $600 per person and $2,000 per foursome.
For more information on how to purchase tickets or
become a sponsor for the gala and/or golf tournament, visit
one.bidpal.net/andreaccameronfoundation2022/welcome.
About The Andrea C. Cameron Foundation
Three sons. One mission. After losing their mother,
747-PALM brothers Austin, Tyler, and Ryan Cameron started The
Andrea C. Cameron Foundation to honor her legacy
747-7256 by awarding scholarships to students and contributing
to the community. The foundation strives to help
high school graduates pursue a technical or college
education, as well as serve the local community as
Andrea did. The foundation sees a world in which
students can achieve their full potential, forge positive
relationships, and, above all else, take action to change
the world. Known for her generosity and charm, Andrea
always went beyond the call of duty to help those
in need. One of the tenets she lived by comes from
Galatians 5:13: “Through love, serve one another.”
Andrea did the impossible to help everyone she came
across, regardless of who they were, where they were
from, or what they had or had not done for her.
Photos by Jessica DeYoung Photography

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