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Wissam Hoyek, MD

Cardiologist

Dr. Wissam Hoyek is a cardiologist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Hoyek specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Hoyek also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
28 years Experience
Wissam Hoyek, MD
  • Staten Island, NY
  • Faculty of Medical Sciences at Lebanese University
  • Accepting new patients

CAC scoring

Positive calcium score means there is a plaque on the coronary and definitely need statins with target LDL below 70
Aspirin not indicated

Can stress cause congenital heart defects?

Congenital heart defect is from birth, not related to stress or environmental