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Introducing Dr. Ryan Coe: Co-Founder and Physician at PridePoint Health
Hello! I’m Dr. Ryan Coe, an internal medicine physician and founder of PridePoint Health. I established this clinic out of a desire to foster more personalized, direct relationships with my patients and community.
Statins and Cardiovascular Prevention: Separating Evidence from Noise
A physician-led review of statins: how they reduce LDL cholesterol, prevent heart attacks and strokes, and what the evidence says about side effects.
7 Common Myths About High Blood Pressure—And What the Evidence Actually Shows
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of adults in the U.S.—yet many people misunderstand what causes it, how to treat it, and what it really means for their health. Clearing up these misconceptions can make a big difference in preventing stroke, heart disease, and kidney damage.
Here are seven of the most common myths we hear in clinic—and the truth behind them.
Doctor’s Guide to Blood Pressure: Treatment, Risks, and Myths
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the most common conditions we manage in primary care—and one of the most important to control. Even mild elevations over time increase the risk of stroke, heart attack, kidney failure, and cognitive decline. The good news is that effective treatments exist, and small changes can make a big difference.