Dr. Lawrence Reiss, MD

Dr. Lawrence Reiss, MD is a Cardiology specialist at the Memorial Division of Cardiac Services in Hollywood, FL, dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Cardiovascular care. He is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). Your cardiologist is your primary partner in preventing heart disease and stroke, collaborating with you to create a long-term health plan, coordinate essential screenings, and manage cardiovascular risk factors for a lifetime of wellness. He serves all ages, focusing on proactive health and risk reduction, and is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey. Please call (561) 940-2237 to schedule.

Dr. Reiss is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, with a specialization in cardiology. He completed rigorous medical training from recognized institutions, including his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center in 1977, internship at Kings County Hospital Center in 1978, and residency at Kings County Hospital Center in 1980. Further specializing, he pursued fellowship training in DC, culminating in his fellowship at The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1982, deepening his expertise in a specific area of patient health. He is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and Board Certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Keeping abreast of medical advances and changing lifestyles, our modern facilities offer families comprehensive services, including X-rays and state-certified laboratories. To better accommodate our working parents, we also offer extended office hours. Dr. Reiss offers consultations in Spanish.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Lawrence Reiss is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Lawrence Reiss can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Lawrence Reiss provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Arrhythmias: Preventing future heart complications starts with understanding arrhythmias—irregular heart rhythms that, when addressed, significantly reduce your risk of serious cardiovascular events.
• Hypertensive Heart without Failure: Your high blood pressure is impacting your heart's health, even though you don't have heart failure yet. Managing your blood pressure now helps prevent more serious complications down the line.
• Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease means high blood pressure is damaging your kidneys, and early detection through regular checkups can help prevent further harm and protect your heart health.
• Sick Sinus Syndrome: Protecting your heart involves recognizing and managing conditions like sick sinus syndrome, a disorder that affects the heart's electrical system, to reduce your risk of serious heart problems.
• Mitral Valve Disease: Protecting your heart means understanding mitral valve disease: regular checkups can help detect it early and minimize future problems.
• Mitral Valve Stenosis: Managing mitral valve stenosis through medication, lifestyle modifications, and possibly surgical intervention helps protect your heart and enhances your quality of life.
• Heart Attack (NSTEMI): Managing risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol is key in preventing NSTEMI, a type of heart attack, and ensuring better long-term cardiovascular health.
• Syncope: Managing conditions like heart disease or low blood pressure that can cause syncope reduces your risk of future fainting episodes and associated harm.
• Primary Pulmonary Hypertension: Managing primary pulmonary hypertension effectively involves regular check-ups and medication to lower your lung blood pressure, thus preventing further damage to your heart and lungs.
• Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: Early detection of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation is key to preventing long-term heart damage and improving your overall cardiovascular health through timely treatment and management.
• Pulmonary Hypertension: Understanding and managing your risk factors for pulmonary hypertension, such as certain lung conditions, can help prevent this serious condition from developing or worsening.
• Second Degree Heart Block: Having a second-degree heart block means your heart's electrical system isn't working perfectly, leading to irregular heartbeats; proactive monitoring and treatment can significantly reduce your risk of stroke and other heart problems.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Lawrence Reiss offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Take a proactive step toward a healthier heart with myocardial perfusion imaging. This test visually assesses blood flow to your heart muscle, facilitating early diagnosis and treatment of conditions that could cause heart attacks or strokes.
• Cardiac Ultrasound: Protect your heart by getting a cardiac ultrasound – a non-invasive scan that provides detailed images of your heart's structure and function, aiding in the early diagnosis of heart conditions.
• Cardioversion: Cardioversion is a life-saving procedure to treat dangerous irregular heartbeats that could lead to heart failure, stroke, or even sudden death.
• Electrocardiogram (EKG): Don't wait for symptoms; proactively assess your heart health with an EKG, a simple test that can detect underlying issues and help prevent serious cardiovascular events.
• Tilt Table Testing: Taking a proactive step towards better heart health, tilt table testing helps identify underlying conditions that might cause fainting, helping you prevent falls and injuries.
• Cardiac Imaging: Cardiac imaging uses advanced technology like X-rays, ultrasounds, or CT scans to create detailed pictures of your heart and blood vessels, helping doctors detect problems early and prevent serious heart conditions like heart attacks and strokes.
• Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment: Take control of your heart health by scheduling a structural heart disease evaluation; it helps identify structural issues, enabling early intervention and a better prognosis.
• Arrhythmia Screening: Early detection is key to managing heart health; arrhythmia screening helps identify irregular heartbeats, allowing for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
• Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography: To proactively safeguard your heart health, consider a vascular duplex ultrasound and plethysmography; this non-invasive scan helps identify blockages or other issues in your arteries and veins before they become major problems.
• Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist: As a proactive measure to prevent heart disease, a cardiac catheterization with robotic assist allows doctors to assess the health of your heart's arteries and identify areas of narrowing or blockage, preventing serious complications.
• Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias: As a preventative measure, consider cardiac ablation if you experience palpitations or irregular heartbeats; it can restore a normal heart rhythm.
• Dobutamine Thallium Stress Test: This non-invasive test helps detect coronary artery disease early, allowing for prompt treatment and reducing your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Cardiology in Florida.

Dr. Lawrence Reiss is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By understanding their irregular heart rhythms and following a proactive plan, a patient significantly reduced their risk of future heart complications, gaining peace of mind about their cardiovascular health.
• By diligently following a personalized plan for managing high blood pressure, a patient significantly reduced the risk of future heart problems, gaining peace of mind and a healthier outlook on life.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Cardiovascular care with Dr. Lawrence Reiss:

What is a Cardiologist, and when should I see one?

A cardiologist is a medical expert specializing in the heart and blood vessels. You should see a cardiologist if you experience symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath, have a family history of heart disease, or have risk factors like high blood pressure or high cholesterol requiring expert management.

What can I expect during my first visit with Dr. Lawrence Reiss?

Your first visit with Dr. Reiss will be a comprehensive cardiovascular assessment. We will review your medical and family history, perform a physical exam, an EKG, and discuss lifestyle and risk factors. This is the first step in creating a personalized heart health plan for you.

What are the most important things I can do to prevent a heart attack?

Taking control of your cardiovascular health is achievable. Knowing and managing your blood pressure and cholesterol, not smoking, regular physical activity, and a heart-healthy diet are key. These actions empower you to significantly reduce your risk of a heart attack.

How do you treat high blood pressure (hypertension)?

We aim to not only lower your blood pressure numbers, but also to prevent long-term damage to your heart, brain, and kidneys. We start with foundational lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, and then add medication when necessary to safely achieve a personalized target blood pressure.

What is a cardiac ablation procedure?

Cardiac ablation is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat certain types of fast heart rhythms. A specialist uses catheters to locate and eliminate the problematic heart tissue using heat or cold energy, often curing the arrhythmia.

What is Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), and is it dangerous?

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common type of irregular and often rapid heartbeat. While the irregular rhythm itself is not usually life-threatening, it significantly increases the risk of stroke. Dr. Reiss is an expert in managing AFib with medications and procedures to control the rhythm and prevent strokes.

What is a pacemaker, and who needs one?

A pacemaker is a small electronic device implanted under the skin to help regulate a slow or irregular heartbeat. It's needed when the heart's natural electrical system isn't working correctly, ensuring the heart beats at a proper, steady rate.

What is heart failure?

Heart failure means the heart isn't pumping blood as efficiently as it should, not that it has stopped working. It's a chronic condition, but manageable. Dr. Reiss uses medications and lifestyle changes to improve heart function and reduce symptoms like shortness of breath and swelling.

Memorial Division of Cardiac Services
1150 N 35th Ave Ste 620
Hollywood FL 33021
Phone: (561) 940-2237

Dr. Lawrence Reiss, MD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1023061249

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Cardiology like Dr. Lawrence Reiss are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your cardiology about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.