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Domenic Sica

U.S.

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Expertise

All aspects of hypertension as well as any consideration in drug therapy for the management of hypertension.

Experience in the area

Heavily published in the area of drug therapy in hypertension and renal disease. Primary management physician for a large multi-state referral practice for diagnosis and management of complex hypertension

Organizations

Multiple including the American Society of Hypertension, International Society of Hypertension, American Society of Nephrology, American Heart Association, American College of Clinical Pharmacology amongst others.

Publications

Over 250 publications (see PubMed)

Education/Credentials

Board certified in internal medicine, nephrology, clinical pharmacology, and hypertension

Awards and Honors

Multiple awards as clinical and/or teacher of the year.

Past/Present Clients

Not pertinent

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Recent Reviews from Users

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Recent Answers from Domenic Sica

2012-02-01 What medication meets my criteria?:

Two medications fit these criteria - verapamil and diltiazem. Each of these two compounds are in the calcium channel blocker class of medications. The side-effects of these medications are dose-dependent

2012-01-23 report:

I do not see any reason why a switch is warranted from what I know about both drugs. I would however see if your physician might explain to you the basis for the switch if the atenolol is being used only

2012-01-19 spiking blood pressure:

This is a very complicated question in that if I was seeing you a first visit would be one to one and a half hours; thus, this is not the best forum for a comprehensive answer. That being said, fluctuating

2012-01-17 Blood pressure of 190/80:

Sress can easily increase blood pressure. This is a version of so-called white-coat hypertnesion. It might be advisable that you obtain a blood pressure measurement device to get some home readings. The

2012-01-06 Hypertension:

Blood pressure medications do not necessarily stop working if taken for a long time; however, the factors contributing to hypertension over time may change making different classes of blood pressure medication

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