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Juan R. Amell, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Dr. Amell earned his M.D. Cum Laude from the Universidad Nacional Pedro H. Urena in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
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Amilcar Avendano, M.D.,F.A.C.C.
Dr. Avendano earned his M.D. from the Universidad Francisco Marroquin, Guatemala City, Guatemala, Central America.
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Gustavo A. Grieco, M.D.,F.A.C.C.
Dr. Grieco earned his M.D. at Central University of Venezuela.
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Metram J. Rao, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Dr. Rao is a graduate of Kakatiya Medical College, Osmania University, India.
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Vinay R. Julapalli, M.D.
Dr. Julapalli earned his M.D. from the University of Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions Answers
Question:
I have a chest pain just below the sternum usually in the morning upon awakening. It is not aggravated with exercise or exertion. Pushing on this area increases the discomfort. Is this my heart?
Answer:
These symptoms sound more G.I. (Gastrointestinal) or stomach related. Sometimes gastric fluid can build up and cause a “reflux” or backwash of stomach fluids into the esophagus. This very often can mimic chest pain. Another common cause of G.I. chest pain is Hiatal Hernia.
