Jacob Delarosa MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
651 Memorial Dr Pocatello ID, 83201About
Dr. Jacob Delarosa is a cardiologist practicing in Pocatello, ID. Dr. Delarosa 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. Delarosa also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
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Is heart murmur serious?
A heart murmur can mean many things. If it’s new you definitely should have it worked up with an echocardiogram to assess the valves. J READ MORE
When do I know it is a chest pain and not something else?
As a heart specialist, this can be one of the most difficult questions to to answer. To have pain in the chest is not normal. This can be due to acid reflux esophageal problems or heart related. The best way of evaluating is to go see your primary care physician tell him or her when the pain occurs, (before or after meal), exercise, strenuous effort, etc. Let your primary care doctor decipher where the pain is coming from and prescribe an appropriate treatment plan. READ MORE
Is a stent a good option for ischemic heart disease?
The current indications for patients with diabetes and ischemic heart disease due to a single vessel is to get a stent. If there are multiple arteries that are affected and being diabetic, the current recommendations and best practice is to undergo open heart surgery, coronary artery bypass surgery, (CABG). READ MORE
Why is my mom's blood pressure on the higher side after bypass?
It is very common that the blood pressure is variable following open heart surgery. Your mother might have had her medications adjusted as well and they haven't found her new "sweet spot." Thank you, Jake READ MORE
I am experiencing a shortness of breath while walking. Should I get my ECG done?
The first thing you should do is go see your doctor. If you do not have a doctor you need to establish a relationship with a primary care physician. The physician would be able to evaluate you and then guide you on what you need for your shortness of breath. READ MORE
How long will my dad have to be in the ICU after open heart surgery?
It depends on what type of open heart surgery your father is going to have. But 90% of the time the stay is only 24 hours. JD READ MORE
Will my hip replacement put me at risk for heart disease?
The hip replacement will not give you heart disease. The issues with a hip replacement are that you will be sedentary and can cause blood clots. Your doctor will give you some type of pills to thin your blood in order to lower the risks. Dr. DeLaRosa READ MORE
Valve repair success
Thank you for your question. Valve repair is always the best option when it is available. In the mitral and tricuspid valve position, repair has become the standard of care if you can leave the valve as good as new. If in fact the repair will leave the valve sub-optimal, then replacement is warranted. Thank you... READ MORE
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