General Description
Cardiology is the branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the heart and the cardiovascular system. This includes diagnosing and treating congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology.
Diagnostic testing (e.g., EKG/ECG, echocardiography, stress tests)
Heart disease management
Cardiac rehabilitation
Medication management
Risk assessment and prevention programs
Chest pain or discomfort
Shortness of breath
Palpitations or irregular heartbeats
Fatigue or weakness
Swelling in legs, ankles, or feet
Dizziness or fainting
Rapid or slow heart rate
Pain radiating to the shoulder, arm, back, or jaw