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• Coumadin

Coumadin is a medication that thins the blood in order to reduce the formation of blood clots. It works by preventing certain factors that create clots from bonding together. This medication may be recommended by your physician to prevent the blood clots in your veins and arteries that can lead to restricted blood flow, heart attack, and strokes.

If your cardiologist requests that you take Coumadin, you will be enrolled in our Protime Clinic in order to monitor your dosage. This is done through a blood test, either a "finger stick" appointment in the office or by having your blood drawn by a lab. The test must be done at least once per month. After each test, patients will be given instructions with any changes in their Coumadin dose as well as when they are due for their next test.

The amount of Coumadin you take can often fluctuate to ensure you are on a therapeutic dose that is right for you. To ensure correct dosing, it is extremely important that patients quickly report any changes made to their medication regimen, diet, or alcohol use.

There are also a number of conditions that may prevent you from taking Coumadin, such as bleeding disorders, blood cell disorders, ulcers, infections of the heart, or other parts of your particular medical history. Make sure your physician is aware of these conditions so that he or she can make the best recommendation possible.

Physicians and Mid-Level Providers

Thomas G. Thornton, MD, FACC
Joseph P. Malone, MD, FACC
Stephen C. Schreck, MD, FACC
James M. Pacenta, MD, FACC
Stephen C. Wenzke, MD, FACC
Mark E. Krebs, MD, FACC
B.K. Srivastava, MD, FACC
Wayel Azmeh, MD, FACC
Mukul S. Chandra, MD, FACC
Steven R. Jain, MD
Hema L. Pandrangi, MD, FACC
Eddie D. Davenport, MD, FACC
Kathrine Mattingly, RN, MPAS, PA-C
Lisa M. Grow, PA-C
Angel Bailey, MSN, APRN ACNP-BC
Kristin B. Spitznagel, MPAS, PA-C