Mary Whooley
Caring.com Expert
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A physician at the San Francisco VA Medical Center, Dr. Mary Whooley is the principal investigator of the "Heart and Soul" Study, a three-year study of the connection between depression and cardiac outcomes.
Recently Published on Caring.com
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Tuesday November 13, 2007
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How can I convince my father to have coronary bypass surgery?
Answer - It?s understandable that you want your father to have the surgery. Bypass surgery can definitely extend the lives of some patients with heart disease. However, surgery also has its own dangers, so patients must weigh the risks and benefits for themselves. If your father says he'll never be the same person, he probably won't be... -
How can I help boost my mother's mood after her bypass surgery?
Answer - First, you need to confirm that she actually has depression. There are a lot of different things that can masquerade as depression, including anemia (from her surgery) and low thyroid activity. She needs to see her doctor to rule those out.
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Monday November 12, 2007
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How do I handle my mother's erratic behavior in the hospital after her surgical procedure?
Answer - It's not uncommon for patients -- especially older people -- to become delirious in the hospital. Just being in a strange environment with disruptive visits by doctors and nurses can be very disorienting. Try not to worry too much about your mother saying she wants a divorce; chances are she's just agitated and confused...
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