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Heart Disease Prevention

If you are at risk for heart disease — or have already had a heart attack or stroke — we can help you live your healthiest. Our Heart Disease Prevention Program includes risk assessment and support services, such as nutrition counseling and weight management.

Meet Your Care Team

Sharmin Basher
4.7

Sharmin BasherMD, MS

    Cardiovascular Medicine, General Cardiology, Heart and Vascular, Preventive Cardiology, Women's Heart Disease
Barbara G. Carranza Leon
4.9

Barbara G. Carranza LeonMD

    Cardiovascular Medicine, Diabetes, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, General Surgery, Lipid Disorders
Debra Dixon

Debra DixonMD, MS

    Cardiovascular Medicine, General Cardiology, Heart and Vascular, Hypertension, Preventive Cardiology
Amanda C. Doran

Amanda C. DoranMD, PhD

    Cardiovascular Medicine, General Cardiology, Hypercholesterolemia and/or Dyslipidemia, Preventive Cardiology
Jennifer C. Kelley
4.9

Jennifer C. KelleyMD, MSCE

    Diabetes, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Lipid Disorders, Pediatric Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Type 2 Diabetes and Type 1 Diabetes
Kathryn Lindley

Kathryn LindleyMD, FACC

    Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular Medicine, Congenital Heart Disease, Hypertension, Maternal Cardiac Disease in Pregnancy, Preventive Cardiology

Why Choose Heart Disease Prevention at Vanderbilt

  • diploma, award, ribbon, Recognized care, quality
    Recognized care

    Vanderbilt is consistently ranked among the nation’s best by leading authorities on health care quality. People from throughout the Southeast and across the country rely on us for the best and most innovative care possible. 

  • conference, Team approach, people, staff, partners
    Team approach

    We work together to ensure that you receive the comprehensive care you need. Our team members collaborate with each other, as well as with experts in other medical disciplines, to provide you with individual care that addresses your unique needs.

  • conversations, dialog, word bubbles, Support
    Support services

    We have experts ready to help you quit smoking or plan an exercise routine, if needed. Our registered dietitian can help you plan heart-healthy, delicious meals.

  • goal, specialized, individualized, customized, Personalized care
    Personalized care

    We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. We help you navigate your treatment options to ensure you receive the best possible care.

Tests, Treatments and Services

We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:

  • Blood pressure control
  • Cholesterol reduction
  • Coronary artery calcium score
  • Diabetes management
  • Electrocardiography (ECG or EKG)
  • Exercise planning
  • Exercise stress test

Locations

1215 21st Avenue South, 5th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 22100
Nashville, TN 37204