12/12/2025
Heart health starts with knowledge.
We were honored to have Dr. Getu Assefa, an interventional cardiologist at TriStar Summit, lead an engaging cardiovascular health presentation at Del Webb today.
Dr. Assefa is part Centennial Heart, a group of cardiologists at TriStar Summit, a group working collaboratively to provide patients with compassionate care that improves the quality of life.
Joined by our cardiovascular director, Karen, and the cardiovascular coordinator, Marci, the three shared valuable insights on preventing heart disease, recognizing warning signs, and making lifestyle choices that support a healthy heart.
Dr. Assefa’s presentation focused on hypertension, which is one of the easiest ways to help manage heart health long term.
“You often can’t see hypertension,” he said, “but it is one factor that can do a lot of damage to the body, including the heart. It is often one of the easiest way and best ways you can manage your risk of a heart attack is by controlling it.”
Other simple tips that Dr. Assefa provided to slow the risk of heart disease were:
âś… Stop smoking
âś… Eating a healthy, plant-based diet and reducing sodium intake
âś… Get moderate physical activity 2-3 times a week
âś… Reduce alcohol intake
âś… Maintain a healthy weight
Dr. Assefa also talked about the importance of regularly checking your blood pressure, knowing your cholesterol levels. Another thing he advocates for: knowing and listening to the signs of your body.
“You know better than anyone if something feels off in your body,” he told the group. “If you do, trust your instinct and get it checked out by a medical professional.”
His expertise and passion for patient education remind us that proactive care can make all the difference.
đź’™ Thank you, Dr. Assefa, for empowering our community to take charge of their heart health!
