Although I specialize in cardiology, my interest in caring for people extends beyond the heart, but into the whole person. My practice is integral, meaning that I factor in all aspects of a person in formulating a treatment for disease. This process recognizes that other intangibles like our thoughts, social situation and our emotions all play a role in disease.... Read More about Irving Schwartz, MD

I chose a career in Nursing because I knew early on in my life that I valued taking care of people. Choosing to go a step further and become a Nurse Practitioner within the Cardiology team gives me the opportunity to more adequately help my patients meet their health goals by providing them with the most up-to-date, evidencebased heart care. Providing the highest quality of... Read More about Stacy Lowary, APRN-FNP

Dr. John Arnold was born and raised in the Midwest. Following his education, he worked at the Cleveland Clinic for six years, before operating a private practice for several years. He then rejoined the Cleveland Clinic before heading back to Illinois and joining the Blessing Health System. Services & Procedures Performed Aneurysms / Occlusive Disease Aneurysms of the Ascending Aorta... Read More about John Arnold, MD

I don’t remember a time when I wanted to do anything other than be a doctor. More than the love for science, I enjoy getting to know people and forming relationships with them. When I meet new patients, I get to know them first personally and then ask what can I help them with today. In many cases, patients know... Read More about John Hammock, MD

I believe in providing compassionate care and believe that taking the time to listen to my patients is the most powerful diagnostic tool. I also feel that taking time to answer questions and explain things to my patients is time well spent. I have always said that practicing medicine is not only a privilege, but also a craft best done... Read More about Steven Krause, DO

Taking care of people has always been a part of who I am. I was a Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse for 20 years, 14 of which were in a large heart program in Morristown, New Jersey and 6 years here at Blessing in the heart unit. I bring that extensive experience with me to my current role as an Acute... Read More about Amy Bates, APRN-AGACNP

What is the most rewarding aspect of caring for people? It’s wonderful to see a patient come back to the office feeling better after we’ve improved their heart function. It’s highly rewarding to be with patients during an acute cardiac illness and the stresses that brings, and have the privilege to observe the improvement in the quality of their health... Read More about Jeffrey Cook, MD

Patient-focused care with compassion is my prerogative. The other aspect of the physician-patient relationship is listening which can provide great insight in not only the medical aspect but also the psychosocial component. Cardiovascular medicine is one of those specialties that is truly life-saving. The field of cardiology is always advancing with a multitude of different avenues so I always incorporate... Read More about Farooq Junaid, DO