Multi-medication and Resistant Hypertension

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Advanced Hypertension Workup

Evaluation of resistant hypertension including assessment of medication adherence, lifestyle factors, and investigation of secondary causes.

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Therapeutic Optimization

Expert adjustment and optimization of antihypertensive regimens for patients with difficult-to-control blood pressure despite multiple medications.

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Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

Tailored, evidence-informed approach to reduce cardiovascular risk through comprehensive hypertension management and risk factor modification.

Service Overview

Our resistant hypertension clinic provides advanced workup, therapeutic adjustment, and investigation of secondary causes for patients with elevated blood pressure despite using three or more antihypertensive medications throughout Calgary and surrounding communities in Alberta. We aim to reduce cardiovascular risk through tailored, evidence-informed hypertension management.

Our Calgary hypertension specialists provide expert consultation for difficult-to-control blood pressure cases, focusing on patients who have not achieved target blood pressure goals despite appropriate medical therapy. We specialize in complex hypertension management that requires specialist expertise beyond routine primary care approaches.

Our approach includes comprehensive assessment of current antihypertensive therapy, evaluation of medication adherence and lifestyle factors, investigation of potential secondary causes of hypertension, and development of optimized treatment strategies to achieve blood pressure control and reduce cardiovascular risk.

We work collaboratively with referring physicians to provide specialized expertise in challenging hypertension cases while ensuring coordinated care and appropriate follow-up for long-term blood pressure management and cardiovascular risk reduction.

Referral Forms

Electronic Referral Form

Fill out digitally on your computer or mobile device, then fax the completed form to +1 (825) 540-4071.

Printable Referral Form

Download and print to complete by hand, then fax the completed form to +1 (825) 540-4071.

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Why Refer To Us

Expertise You Can Trust

Board-certified general internal medicine specialists with extensive experience in complex medical conditions and diagnostic challenges.

Collaborative Approach

We work closely with referring physicians and other specialists to ensure coordinated, comprehensive patient care.

Timely Access

Faster access to general internal medicine consultation compared to traditional hospital-based clinics, with flexible appointment scheduling.

Comprehensive Reports

Detailed consultation reports with clear recommendations, ensuring seamless communication with your healthcare team.

Comprehensive Care Through Dual Practice

Our physicians practice both in the hospital and community, bringing broader experience and deeper clinical insight to ensure patient care informed by real-time, hands-on knowledge across the full continuum of care.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Blood pressure that remains elevated despite using three or more antihypertensive medications at optimal doses, including a diuretic, or blood pressure requiring four or more medications to achieve control.

  • We evaluate for common secondary causes of hypertension that may be contributing to difficult blood pressure control, helping determine if additional specialized testing or referrals are needed.

  • We review current medications for appropriate dosing, timing, and drug combinations, assess for potential drug interactions, and make evidence-based adjustments to improve blood pressure control.

  • We provide specialist consultation and can offer follow-up as appropriate, working closely with referring physicians to ensure coordinated long-term hypertension care and cardiovascular risk management.