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Cardiovascular Risk

Heart health
, well managed

Blood pressure, cholesterol, and cardiovascular risk reduction — physician-led virtual care for primary and secondary prevention.

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Within 1–2 weeksInternist-ledVirtual across Ontario
Female doctor and patient consultation for cardiovascular risk management and heart health.
50%Reduction in CV events with optimised therapy
Internist-Led
Specialist medical oversight
≈ 1–2 Weeks
Typical first appointment
Lipid Optimisation
Modern therapy combinations
BP Targets
Evidence-based, individualised
100% Virtual
Home BP monitoring supported
About This Program

Prevent the heart attack you do not want

Cardiovascular risk management — hypertension treatment, cholesterol optimisation, and primary/secondary prevention of heart disease. Led by internists with cardiovascular and metabolic expertise.

Cardiovascular disease is the most preventable major cause of death — yet most people are undertreated. Adequate blood pressure control, modern lipid therapy, and lifestyle work — applied consistently over years — change outcomes.

Most cardiovascular events (heart attacks, strokes) are preventable with the right combination of blood pressure control, cholesterol management, lifestyle, and modern preventive medications. Our program helps you build that protection — virtually, evidence-based, with regular monitoring.

Conditions Treated

Who we help

Our heart health program supports patients with:

Hypertension (resistant or new-onset)
High cholesterol / dyslipidemia
Metabolic syndrome
Family history of heart disease
Post-MI / post-stroke optimisation
Atrial fibrillation co-management
Lipoprotein(a) elevation
Inflammatory cardiovascular risk
Pre-diabetes with cardiovascular risk
Smoking cessation support
Statin intolerance workup
Chronic kidney disease + CV risk
Treatment Options

Modern cardiovascular therapies

Following physician assessment and lab review, your program may include:

Foundation
Rosuvastatin / Atorvastatin
High-Intensity Statin
Foundational therapy for cardiovascular risk reduction. Properly dosed, statins reduce heart attack and stroke risk by 25–50%. Modern protocols target LDL <2.0 mmol/L for high-risk patients.
Lipid-Lowering
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Ezetimibe
LDL-Lowering Add-On
Used alongside statins when LDL targets are not met. Generic, well-tolerated, and adds 15–25% LDL reduction.
Lipid-Lowering
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PCSK9 Inhibitors
Repatha, Praluent
Injectable LDL-lowering for patients with very high CV risk or statin intolerance. Reduces LDL by 50–60%.
Advanced Lipid Therapy
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BP Therapy Combinations
ACE/ARB + CCB + Diuretic
Most BP control requires 2–3 medications. Modern combination tablets simplify daily dosing while reaching target BPs.
Antihypertensive
Our Process

How your program works

A clear pathway from inquiry to optimised cardiovascular protection.

1

Initial Intake & Records Review

Send recent labs (lipid panel, A1C, kidney function, etc.), home BP readings if available, and current medications. Our team reviews within one business day.

2

Lab Work if Needed

Updated lipid panel including non-HDL and ApoB, kidney function, glucose, and (where indicated) Lp(a) and inflammatory markers.

3

Specialist Consultation

A virtual consult with your DOS physician to review your full cardiovascular risk profile and design a personalised plan.

4

Therapy Optimisation

Prescriptions for BP and lipid medications, lifestyle counselling, and (where indicated) home BP monitoring guidance.

5

Ongoing Follow-Up

Every 3–6 months for monitoring — checking that BP and lipid targets are met, adjusting therapy, and re-assessing CV risk over time.

Eligibility

Is this program right for you?

Our cardiovascular risk program is open to most adults with risk factors or established disease.

You may be a good candidate if you:
Have hypertension (treated or newly diagnosed)
Have high cholesterol or family history
Have had a heart attack, stroke, or stent
Have diabetes with CV risk
Have metabolic syndrome
Are an Ontario resident with a valid health card
This program may not be suitable if you:
Are experiencing acute chest pain (call 911)
Have unstable angina or recent ACS (cardiology care)
Need urgent in-person cardiology evaluation
Program Physician
Program Lead

Dr. Umer Mustansir Bhatty

MRCP, FRCP, CCT

Internal Medicine, Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Weight Management specialist trained in the UK with sub-specialty fellowship.

Endocrinology, Weight Management, Diabetes, Men's Health, Hormonal & Metabolic Care, Thyroid, Heart Health
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Build the heart you want for the next 30 years

Specialist-led cardiovascular risk reduction — typically within 1–2 weeks. Modern therapy, evidence-based targets, ongoing monitoring.

Book as a Patient

Self-refer via our secure online booking system

Refer a Patient

Physician referral form with fax & secure intake

Frequently Asked Questions

Patients Supported by Our Heart Health Program

Common questions about cardiovascular risk reduction.

Many family doctors do an excellent job. But cardiovascular risk reduction has evolved rapidly — ApoB, Lp(a), modern targets, newer therapies (PCSK9 inhibitors, bempedoic acid, etc.). Our program acts as specialist input, with your family doctor staying primary on day-to-day care.
No. Statins are among the most studied medications in history, with overwhelming evidence of cardiovascular benefit. Side effects are real but uncommon, and usually manageable with dose changes or switches. Your physician will discuss your individual risk-benefit.
Modern guidelines target LDL <2.0 mmol/L for most patients with established cardiovascular disease, diabetes with risk factors, or very high family risk. Lower LDL = lower event rates. The "normal" lab reference range is NOT the same as your individual treatment target.
Yes — and we recommend it. Home BP readings are often more accurate than office readings (no white-coat effect). Your physician will guide proper technique and target values.
Absolutely. Secondary prevention (after a heart attack, stent, or stroke) is high-priority and benefits enormously from regular specialist input. We coordinate with your cardiologist for procedural follow-up while we optimise your medical therapy.
For most patients with elevated cardiovascular risk: yes, lifelong therapy is the model — because the risk does not go away. The good news is modern medications are well tolerated and dramatically reduce events when taken consistently.
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