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James Beckerman, MD, FACC

James Beckerman, MD, FACCJames Beckerman, MD, FACC

Invasive Cardiologist, Providence St. Vincent Heart Clinic, Portland, OR

Cardiology

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James Beckerman, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist at the Providence St. Vincent Heart Clinic in Portland, Oregon. He graduated summa cum laude from Harvard College and earned his doctorate from Harvard Medical School. He completed his medical training at the Massachusetts General Hospital and at Stanford Hospital and Clinics.

Beckerman specializes in the treatment and prevention of coronary artery disease and congestive heart failure, and he has a particular interest in helping patients achieve their lifestyle goals. In addition to his clinical practice, Beckerman serves on the Oregon Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Beckerman believes in a personalized approach to wellness and recognizes that healthy lifestyles are composed of many small choices that that collectively can have a significant impact on quality of life and overall health. He is the author of The Flex Diet. Learn more at www.theflexdiet.com.

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Q. chest burning /pain sensation
A. Symptoms like chest pain that come on during walking or other exertion can be a sign of heart disease.  I recommend that you call your doctor...
Q. How do I get started with exercise?
A. Exercise SMART:Be S-pecific about your goals.Make them M-easurable - by time or distanceMake them A-ttainable.Your goals should be R-ealistic and...
Q. after kidney transplant water retension is still a problem from high bloodpressure what are the affects?
A. It's important to make sure that water retention is not a result of abnormal kidney function, abnormal heart function, or abnormal liver function...
Q. can pacemaker lead cause a chest muscle twitch
A. While it's possible for people to experience muscle stimulation from pacemakers, it's typically the diaphragm, as it lies close the the right...
Q. I had a chemical stress test. Many things are good, normal or fine except ECG is abnormal. What does this mean?
A. Doctors sometimes perform nuclear stress tests because the images that are required as part of the test are generally believed to be more diagnostic...
Q. what causes blocked arteries? my mom has had stints put in but they still keep getting blocked.
A. Blockages in coronary arteries are caused by inflammation which results in damage to artery walls and accumulation of cholesterol plaque.We know that...
Q. high blood pressure, trying to regulate it with beta blockers, what should blood pressure be to use Viagra?
A. If a beta-blocker is associated with ED, I'd suggest switching to a different blood pressure medication rather than turning to a medication to...
Q. I have Type II diabetes. What is the best form of exercise for my condition?
A. I generally recommend a combination of both aerobic exercise and some resistance exercise in most of my patients.  And the good news is that...
Q. would myocardial bridging of left anterior descending coronary artery be considered ischemic heart disease?
A. When many people think of ischemic heart disease, they are thinking of atherosclerosis, or blockages in the coronary arteries as the result of plaque...
Q. How can fiber help me lose weight?
A. Two important lifestyle factors can affect your body weight more than any others. The first is work-related physical activity. Individuals who walk...
Q. Can ejection fraction be improved by exercise?
A. Ejection fraction can improve in some people on proper medical therapy. While exercise doesn't result in the significant improvement in heart...
Q. Can a stent be used to open up a blockage in the left main artery?
A. While some research studies have supported the use of stents in the left main coronary artery - it is still not common practice in the United...
Q. Is high blood pressure common in young adults?
A. A newly published survey reported that 19% of young adults (about one in five) have high blood pressure — with readings greater than 140/90. ...
Q. My doctor replaced my pacemaker, then went back in to fix it. He says to watch for infection. What should I look for?
A. Pacemaker infections are not common, but can occur. Fever, redness at the incision site, significant pain or swelling, and any discharge from the...
Q. What steps can I take to a heart-healthy diet?
A. "The stomach carries the heart, and not the heart the stomach." -- Miguel de Cervantes I think that Cervantes had it about half right...
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