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KKTV — Kinetic Kardia Tele‑Vitality

A fun, educational corner by Dr. Gustavo Tamayo Arana, MD in Colorado Springs. Explore bite‑size cardiac knowledge, telehealth facts, and interactive learning designed for patients and families.

Welcome to KKTV

KKTV blends clinical smarts with friendly, visual learning. Each section is short, practical, and meant to support conversations with your own clinician. For individual medical advice, visit the main practice site: gustavotamayoarana.com.

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What is K.K.T.V.?

KKTV stands for Kinetic Kardia Tele‑Vitality — a playful phrase that captures three ideas:

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Educational content only. Not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment.

Cardio Knowledge (Quick Bites)

  • Ejection Fraction: a % describing pump strength; typical 50–70%.
  • Blood Pressure: “top” (systolic) over “bottom” (diastolic); know your numbers.
  • Cholesterol: LDL (lousy) vs HDL (helpful) — lifestyle + meds can help.
  • Arrhythmias: irregular rhythms ranging from benign to serious.
  • Secondary Prevention: the plan after a heart event to prevent the next one.
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Telehealth Tips that Patients Love

  • Use a quiet, well‑lit space; point the camera at your face and shoulders.
  • Have your medication list, allergies, and BP/HR logs handy.
  • Test your mic/camera; plug in devices to avoid battery surprises.
  • Bring recent labs, home BP cuff readings, and symptom diary.
  • Ask for a summary and next steps; save the after‑visit plan.
Telehealth from home

For emergencies, call 911. For practice messages, email Doctor@gustavotamayoarana.com or visit gustavotamayoarana.com.

Fun Lounge

Learning that sticks feels fun. Try a mini‑challenge:

  1. Find your resting pulse for 30 seconds and double it — that’s your bpm.
  2. List three foods you enjoy that are high‑fiber or plant‑based.
  3. Plan a 15‑minute walk with a friend this week — movement is medicine.
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