Mohammed S.Rais, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FAHA
Interventional Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
204 Banker Drive Thibodaux Louisiana, 70301About
Dr. Mohammed Rais is a cardiologist practicing in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Rais 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. Rais also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Dhaka Medical College
Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka Univ, Bangladesh 1983
Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka Univ, Bangladesh
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 1983
Board Certification
Internal Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
Nuclear Cardiology
Vascular Medicine
Provider Details
Mohammed S.Rais, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FAHA's Expert Contributions
Common Complications of Hypertension - By Dr. Mohammad S. Rais
What is hypertension?Hypertension is uncontrolled high blood condition, and it's a very common condition in the United States. If left untreated, hypertension can cause a wide range of complications that are sometimes fatal. Today, I'm going to explain the most common complications of hypertension...
Meet Dr. Mohammed Rais
Mohammed Sayeedur Rais, MD, is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing with the Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Thibodaux, Louisiana. He has been practicing with CIS for over fifteen years. There, his goal is to utilize the most advanced cardiovascular treatment methods while treating his...
How to Tell if You Are at Risk for Heart Disease
Every minute in America, one person dies of a heart attack, stroke or another form of cardiovascular disease. As we know, one out of every three women experiences some form of CVD. And yet, most of those cases are preventable if you lead a heart-healthy lifestyle. The first step toward heart health...
Can arrhythmia be diagnosed with an ECG?
Yes, arrhythmia can be diagnosed with an ECG. But Holter monitor or Event Monitor can diagnose better and in more detail. Thanks. READ MORE
Is plavix( clopidogrel ) a blood thinner?
Yes Plavix is a blood thinner. Usually before any major surgery you will be advise to stop Plavix. But you situation is different-you had a heart attack recently and if any stent was deployed in your heart blocked vessel then you cannot stop Plavix so soon But if no stent was deployed then may be possible to stop Plavix earlier but risk benefit need to be discussed with your primary cardiologist . No you do not have to wean or gradually to increase the dose.Start back with the full dose.i hope I tried to answer your questions if it helps. Thanks for the opportunity. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Honorable Mention All Notre Dame Man
- 'Fellow of the Year-New York University'
- 'Top Ten Research Award,' Catholic Medical Centre, 2000
- Award of Pfizers 4th and 5th Cardiology Bowl Competition
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Acid Reflux
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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