Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Clinic

Take control of your high blood pressure. Visit the CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center in St. Cloud for the only dedicated Hypertension Clinic in Central and West Central Minnesota. Our experienced team will help reduce your risk of stroke, kidney failure and heart disease. You may also get relief from headaches, chest pain and vision problems. Together, we’ll explore options to improve your quality of life.

Doctors & Care Team

Blood Pressure Ranges

Normal blood pressure is when systolic blood pressure (SBP) is less than 120 and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) is less than 80.
Blood pressure is considered elevated when the SPB is between 120-129 and DPB is less than 80.
Stage 1 hypertension is when blood pressure is 130-139/80-90.
Stage 2 is when blood pressure is equal to or greater than140/90.

Who We Help

You may benefit from our clinic if your high blood pressure:

Is hard to control
Stays high even though you take medicine for it
Happens along with other health conditions

Brandi O’Connor

Request an Appointment

Call 320-656-7020 to reach CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center. Most health plans cover our program when referred by a primary care physician or cardiologist. Self-referrals are welcome, and we can connect you with a referral specialist if needed. In-person and video visits are available.

Team Approach

Your care team may include:

Cardiologists (heart doctors) – Diagnose and treat high blood pressure
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants – Help oversee your ongoing care
Nurses – Monitor your health and answer your questions
Dietitians – Make personal nutrition plans to lower your blood pressure
Pharmacists – Help you understand your drugs and possible side effects

What to Expect

Your first visit will last about an hour. We’ll take your blood pressure and review your health history. We may also order tests to find the cause of your high blood pressure, which could be:

Narrowed kidney arteries
Narrowing of the aorta, your body’s main artery
Sleep apnea
Tumor in your adrenal glands

Follow-up appointments take about 30 minutes. We try to schedule them for the same day as your other heart care appointments. That makes your care more convenient.

Custom Care Plan

Expect a personal care plan based on your lifestyle, age, ethnicity and preferences. It could include:

Recommendations for exercise or changes to your diet
Education about your condition
Medication
Renal denervation, a procedure that reduces nerve activity in the kidneys to decrease blood pressure
Clinical trials of new treatment options