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Post Pulmonary embolism (Thrombectomy)

I had pulmonary embolism last month for which I had thrombectomy. Currently on Apixaban treatment. Which specialist should I consult for further treatment. Shall I consult an Interventional cardiologist?

PRICKING PAIN IN LEFT SIDE CHEST

I done my ECG 7 days back. Doctor told its normal I have pricky pain on and off in left chest Do need to worry.

Advice on med tech..!

Hello Doctors, I am a school student participating in vivo ignite tech nation wide competition. Actually, I really didn't had any option to go out and look for information so I searched online and landed up here.! Actually, I am already a student who dreams to be in med-world but that's a long way ahead. Before only I got to know about this competition and I am currently thinking of developing something related to med tech. As you know world is evolving so is technology. I thought of some dental devices or something to help on with surgery or reduce muscle strain for your exhausting working hours.I also thought of hand tremors for surgery efficiency. I wonder if you could help me with the ideas.If you can please do tell me what's the most tiring thing in your routine or something that strains you up so much.The more the consents the better, because only with variety I can come up with a better and best idea.I hope you can help me as I don't have much time to submit the manuals.Thanku.

Lipid Profile

This is my lipid profile after using Rosuvas F10 for 3 months. can I stop it suddenly as my lipid profile is now Normal. What precautions to be taken to prevent it from rising again.

Dry cough after CABG

My dad had CABG * 3 some 20-25 days back and now he has severe dry cough that gets aggravated when he lies down ...is it common and what should be done ? I have attached the list of medicines he is taking..earlier he was put on grillinctus BM but now the cough has become dry

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Doctors
Dr. James Karas - Cardiologist
Dr. James Karas Cardiologist (Medical School, Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases, Residency in Internal Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, Residency - ID, Fellowship 2, Medical degree, DO, Fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine) 36 years experience Cleveland Clinic
Columbus 43212, COLUMBUS
Dr. John P Kovalchin - Pediatrician
Dr. John P Kovalchin Pediatrician (Medical School, Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology, Residency in Pediatrics, Residency - ID, Fellowship 2) 37 years experience The Richard M Ross Heart Hospital
Columbus 43210, COLUMBUS
Dr. John Jay Warner - Internal Medicine
Dr. John Jay Warner Internal Medicine (Medical School, Residency) 34 years experience The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center General Surgery
Weinland Park, COLUMBUS
Dr. Fareed Raza Shaikh - Cardiologist
Dr. Fareed Raza Shaikh Cardiologist (Medical School, Class of 1999, Residency - ID, Fellowship 2) 29 years experience Mount Carmel Medical Group
Columbus 43213, COLUMBUS
Dr. Lee R Davis - Internal Medicine
Dr. Lee R Davis Internal Medicine (Fellowship, Medical School, Residency, Internship, Residency - ID, Fellowship 2, Class of 1973) 53 years experience Knightsbridge Int Med & Car
Columbus 43214, COLUMBUS