Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute

03/04/2026

Day Three of AHVI Spirit Week was all about the Winter Games. From sports jerseys to winter gear, our teams were ready to compete in the cold!

03/03/2026

Two is better than one! On Day Two of Spirit Week, AHVI staff paired up and dressed alike to represent the doubles events. The coordination? Impressive. The teamwork? 10/10. 💙

03/02/2026

🏅 Last month, our AHVI team participated in Winter Olympics Spirit Week, where we celebrated with themed dress-up days. Throughout this week, we'll be sharing photos and hopefully spreading some of the team spirit beyond the Games!

Our teams kicked off Spirit Week with Opening Ceremonies, dressing in the colors of a country they wanted to represent. Soldotna represented the USA, while our T-Tower staff showed up for Ukraine, China, Poland, the Philippines, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the USA.

Stay tuned to see how our staff brought the Olympic spirit to life!

03/02/2026

March is ! What we eat plays a powerful role in heart health. This month, challenge yourself to add one more colorful vegetable or fruit to your plate each day. Leafy greens, berries, and orange vegetables are loaded with antioxidants that support cardiovascular health.

Not sure where to start? The American Heart Association has simple, delicious heart-healthy recipes to get you going: https://recipes.heart.org/en/

02/27/2026

We're beyond thrilled about the incredible energy at the Go Red for Women luncheon earlier this month! Thank you to everyone who came out to support women's heart health. Special shout-out to our COO, April Park, for chairing this amazing event, and to Dr. Ireland for sharing her expertise and life-changing tools. Together, we're making a difference in the fight against heart disease.

Read more at https://www.alaskaheart.com/ahvi-celebrates-go-red-for-women-at-the-2026-anchorage-luncheon/

02/26/2026

Women face unique stroke risks related to pregnancy, birth control, hormone therapy, and more. Many of these risks can be managed with the right knowledge and care.

Talk to your healthcare provider about your personal risk factors and steps you can take to protect your heart and brain health.

Learn more about the factors that increase and decrease your stroke risk at: https://www.goredforwomen.org/en/know-your-risk/risk-factors/risk-of-stroke-in-women-infographic

02/25/2026

We're thrilled to congratulate our own Senior Executive Assistant Gina Lindsey, PMP, on her appointment to the Board of Directors of the Alaska Chapter of the Project Management Institute! In her role as VP of Membership, Gina will lead recruitment, engagement, and retention efforts for one of Alaska's premier professional communities. There's no one better suited for the position, as with more than 15 years of experience spanning healthcare, education, and nonprofit organizations, Gina will bring her signature warmth, organizational expertise, and passion for community connection to this exciting new leadership role.

The Project Management Institute (PMI) is globally recognized as the gold standard for professionals in project, program, and portfolio management, and the Alaska Chapter is celebrating 40 years of advancing these professions right here in our state. We're incredibly proud of Gina and know she will bring the same dedication and heart to PMI Alaska that she brings to our team every day. Congratulations, Gina, we're cheering you on!
Learn more about the Alaska PMI at https://pmiak.org/.

02/20/2026

New to AHVI? We're Here to Help!

We are pleased to be your provider of cardiovascular care. We strive to provide the best possible experience, from the medical care you receive from your provider to the customer service from our support staff.

Your First Steps as a New Patient:

☑️ Schedule your appointment
☑️ Have your referring provider fax your records to us
☑️ Get directions to your specific provider's office location
☑️ Come prepared with your ID, health insurance card, prescription medications, and a list of any vitamins or supplements you take
☑️ Access our Patient Portal after your first visit

Learn more: https://www.alaskaheart.com/care/for-new-patients/

02/17/2026

As with men, women's most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. However, women often experience additional heart attack symptoms, such as:

-Anxiety
-Nausea or vomiting
-Fatigue
-Lightheadedness
-Pain in the jaw, neck, or back

Don't ignore these signs! If something feels wrong, call 911. When it comes to heart attacks, every minute matters.

Learn more: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack/warning-signs-of-a-heart-attack/heart-attack-symptoms-in-women

02/16/2026

February is American Heart Month, and the American Heart Association is targeting women with its Go Red for Women campaign.

02/14/2026

On Valentine’s Day, take care of your heart by spending time with others! A walk with someone you care about, a calm moment together, or simply showing up for the people in your life all support heart health in real ways.

Today is also Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day, a reminder that heart conditions can affect children and families every day. If you're a parent wondering how to explain congenital heart disease to your child's siblings, check out this amazing animated video from our friends at the American Heart Association: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbLBEofXId0&source_ve_path=NzY3NTg&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.heart.org%2F&embeds_referring_origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.heart.org

For more resources on Congenital Heart Disease, visit https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/congenital-heart-defects.

Congenital heart disease is complicated and can be hard to explain to the sibling of a child born with a special heart. The American Heart Association and th...

02/12/2026

It's Cardiac Rehabilitation Week! Did you know that cardiac rehab can reduce cardiovascular death risk by 58%, heart attack risk by 30%, and stroke risk by 60%?

Cardiac rehab is a medically supervised program that combines exercise, education, and emotional support to help people recover after heart surgery, a heart attack, or a diagnosis of heart disease. It’s one of the most effective tools for recovery and long-term heart health.

Cardiac Rehab Has Three Key Parts
1. Exercise counseling and training - Safe, supervised physical activity
2. Education for heart-healthy living - Managing risk factors and lifestyle changes
3. Counseling to reduce stress - Identifying and managing everyday stressors

Ask your AHVI provider if cardiac rehab is right for you - it could be one of the best things you do for your heart health!

Learn more: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cardiac-rehab/what-is-cardiac-rehabilitation