High blood pressure, also called hypertension, happens when your heart works harder than normal to pump blood to your entire body. If not treated, it can cause severe damage to your heart, brain, kidneys and arteries. It also increases your risk for stroke, heart attack, coronary artery disease and more. At Vintec, our medical specialists collaborate to diagnose the cause of your hypertension and develop an effective treatment plan that pertains to your individual needs.