Comprehensive General Cardiology To Strengthen Your Heart
Your heart is the hardest working muscle in your body — and it deserves to be protected with some of the best and most advanced cardiac care. Maybe a recent diagnosis has you worried about what comes next and unsure how to proceed. Perhaps a recent heart attack, worsening chest pains or a family history of heart disease has led you to seek out the cardiovascular treatment you need to strengthen your heart.
Whatever your heart's condition, our general cardiology teams at AdventHealth offer everything from screenings and heart-health education to major heart disease treatments and surgeries. We’re on a mission — not just to diagnose and treat your condition, but to help you achieve greater heart health. It’s all part of our commitment to whole-person wellness and advanced cardiac care.
What Is General Cardiology?
General cardiology helps prevent, diagnose and treat general problems that affect the heart and blood vessels, including high cholesterol and high blood pressure, as well as heart attacks, valve problems, abnormal heart rhythms and congestive heart failure, among other conditions.
General cardiology usually entails physical exams, blood work and other tests to evaluate heart health and function. General cardiologists can recommend lifestyle changes, as well as medications and procedures.
Proactive and Preventive Cardiovascular Care
- Heart Screenings and Cardiovascular Testing
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When something happens that affects your heart health, you deserve answers quickly. You’ll want to know what your cardiovascular treatment options are, as well as the lifestyle changes you can make to help your heart become healthier, stronger and more resilient.
Our teams of expert physicians, heart surgeons, cardiologists and specialized nurses can help you manage the main risk factors for heart attack, including family history, cholesterol and blood pressure. And they also consider the impact of lifestyle factors, especially when it comes to diet, exercise and even your emotional health. We’ll also help you learn to recognize the symptoms of a heart attack, so you’ll always know when to call 911.
If an emergency does occur, you can trust our heart care teams at AdventHealth to treat you promptly and effectively with an organized team approach. If you’re experiencing chest pains or are at risk of heart disease, we’ll harness our expertise and technology to perform diagnostic tests and screenings, including:
- Echocardiogram
- Electrocardiograph (ECG or EKG)
- Longer-term heart monitoring devices, such as a Holter monitor, loop recorder or event recorder
- Stress tests
- Know the Risk Factors and Symptoms of a Heart Attack
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The more you know about chest pain, heart attacks and general cardiovascular health, the more at ease you’ll feel about your heart health — and the sooner you’ll be able to recognize the warning signs of a heart problem. To keep your heart healthy and strong, make sure to learn your risk factors and know when symptoms are life-threatening. Keep in mind that heart attacks (myocardial infarctions) are most often caused by coronary artery disease, but other conditions can contribute, including high blood pressure, abnormal valves and/or heart muscle disease.
Call 911 immediately if you’re experiencing any of the following:
- Anxiety or sweating accompanied by chest pain
- Discomfort spreading to the shoulders, neck or arms
- Dizziness, fainting or lightheadedness accompanied by chest pain
- Fatigue
- Indigestion or nausea
- Pressure, fullness, squeezing or chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Leading-Edge General Cardiology Treatments
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When it comes to your heart, you want to make sure you're seeking out the best cardiovascular treatment options available. If you’re experiencing a heart attack or chest pain (angina), every second counts — and faster response times can make all the difference when it comes to your treatment and recovery. From our accredited Chest Pain Centers to the nationally recognized work of our physicians at the AdventHealth Cardiovascular Institute and the AdventHealth Transplant Institute, we’re committed to improving outcomes and using our resources to fight back against America’s biggest health threat.
Our emergency, non-surgical and surgical treatments for chest pains and heart attacks include:
- Catheter-assisted treatments
- Coronary angioplasty and stents
- Coronary artery bypass surgery
- Medicines (e.g., aspirin, ACE inhibitors, blood thinners, beta-blockers and pain relievers)
- Nitroglycerin
- Oxygen therapy
Good heart health is about more than just treating emergencies now. It's also about giving you the resources and empowerment to strengthen your general cardiovascular wellness for years to come. We're here to help. Our dedicated cardiac care team is here to help you at every age and every stage.
Wholehearted Support for a Lifetime
Throughout the AdventHealth network of care, our experts are here to support your heart in a variety of ways. Learn more about our extensive AdventHealth heart and vascular care specialties and services.
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Cardio-Oncology
We’re here to help you take control of your health as we protect your heart and fight your cancer. A tailored treatment plan and designated care coordinator provide the personalized care you deserve.
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Heart Health and Prevention
Smart prevention can go a long way for your heart. We'll help you prevent heart disease through screenings, education and healthy lifestyle changes.
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Vascular Disease
Our experienced cardiovascular specialists diagnose and treat the full range of vascular and arterial diseases with proven non-surgical and surgical procedures.
Find Heart and Vascular Specialists You Can Count On
We're committed to taking care of your cardiovascular system so you can keep putting your whole heart into everything you do.