Cardiovascular Services
Disease Prevention Program

Heart Disease Prevention Program

Health conditions such as high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, diabetes and obesity put you at higher risk for heart disease. MaineHealth heart care and rehabilitation specialists are here to help.

Proactive care for your heart and vascular health

MaineHealth heart disease prevention services help people reduce their risk for atherosclerosis, also known as "hardening of the arteries." This condition causes fatty, waxy plaque deposit builds up on the walls of your blood vessels, which can lead to heart attacks, strokes and circulation problems. Heart disease prevention services can also help people who have already experienced a heart event or surgery avoid future heart issues.

Conditions commonly treated

Services

Next Steps for Patients

While some patients are candidates for self-referral to our cardiovascular specialists, we recommend that you ask your primary care physician for help with the process.

Provider Referrals

If you are a provider who would like to refer a patient for MaineHealth cardiovascular disease prevention services, please review our clinical guidelines and call 207-885-9905.

Improve your heart health

The American Heart Association has outlined eight important ways to improve your cardiovascular health. Learn more about the lifestyle choices that can help lower your risk for heart disease, stroke and other major health problems.