Cardiac Evaluations
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The human heart is a priceless, constant, and non-vocal working organ that tirelessly pumps blood to all the body parts supplying living cells with oxygen and nutrition. The care of the heart is crucial to maintain overall health. At CareFront Medical Group, we have a Cardiology section where we provide a top diagnosis and perform further tests to assess the heart’s status and any associated structures, helping relieve patients from any potential cardiovascular issues.
We hold the belief that your heart health is of utmost importance. We are committed to helping you find effective ways to ensure the well-being of your heart. Let us be your partner in this journey towards a healthier heart. Call an appointment with us today and find a solution that fits your needs and improves your heart’s health.
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What to Expect During Your Cardiac Evaluation
- Medical History Review: Your healthcare professional will decide on questions related to your medical history and your family's history regarding heart diseases, past surgeries, and present medications.
- Physical Examination: Your general health, blood pressure, pulse, and possibly your heart sounds will also be checked during a physical examination.
- Laboratory Tests: Blood tests may be ordered to check cholesterol, blood sugar, and other biomarkers of cardiovascular disease.
Conditions We Evaluate and Manage
- CAD: CAD in this context refers to constriction or occlusion of blood flow within the heart to the coronary arteries.
- Arrhythmias: These are irregular heartbeats caused by coronary disorders that influence the the electronic impulses in one's heart, such as atrial or ventricular fibrillation.
- Heart Failure: This occurs when the heart muscle is weakened and cannot pump blood effectively throughout the body.
- Hypertension (high blood pressure): As with any other type of hypertension, if not well controlled, it becomes a risk factor that leads to a weak heart muscle.
- Valvular Heart Disease: Heart valve disease is a medical condition that affects heart valve failure. It affects the proper functioning of any of the heart's valves.
- Congenital Heart Defects: These are heart problems present as birth that can affect the baby’s overall health.
Risk Factors for Heart Disease
- Age: The risk of heart disease increases with age.
- Family History: A family history of cardiovascular ailments can increase your risk.
- Lifestyle: Unhealthy behaviors including tobacco smoking, irrecoverable dietary habits, inadequate physical activity, and excessive alcoholism can have adverse effects on heart health.
- Medical Conditions: Conditions like high blood pressure, high levels of cholesterol, high levels of sugar that is diabetes, and obesity are deemed risky.
Why Choose CareFront Medical Group for Your Cardiac Evaluation?
- Experienced Providers: Our team includes duly licensed medical doctors and nurse practitioners specializing in cardiovascular medicine. Our staff is committed to offering each patient focused and sensitive care.
- Advanced Diagnostics: We employ a variety of diagnostics facilities to determine the state of the heart.
- Preventive Approach: CareFront Medical Group offer ambulatory care and focus on identifying diseases early.
- Comprehensive Care Management: Our physicians create a tailored management strategy that includes prescribing and administering the necessary drugs, making dietary and behavioral changes, and consulting with other clinicians if necessary.
- Convenient Scheduling: Our services are flexible and can be arranged to fit your schedule.