Heart health information

Explanations of the conditions, tests and procedures of interventional cardiology, written for patients and referring physicians. General education only, not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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Peripheral Artery Disease

Peripheral Artery Disease: Why Leg Pain and Weakness May Be a Vascular Problem, Not a Muscle Problem

Leg pain when walking can be peripheral artery disease, not a muscle problem. Dr. Jeffrey Tauth explains PAD symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Jeffrey G. Tauth, M.D., F.A.C.C.September 8, 2026

Illustration of an artery cut open to show yellow plaque narrowing the channel that red blood cells flow through.

Coronary Artery Disease

Understanding Coronary Artery Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Cardiologist

Dr. Jeffrey Tauth explains coronary artery disease: causes, symptoms, risk factors, and when to see a cardiologist in Hot Springs, AR.

Jeffrey G. Tauth, M.D., F.A.C.C.August 18, 2026