A diagnosis related to your heart can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. At Summit Health, our cardiology team is dedicated to providing advanced, compassionate heart health care. We focus on giving you the long-term support and innovative treatments needed to manage your condition and live a full, healthy life. Our mission is to keep your heart beating strong for years to come.
From routine screenings and diagnostic testing to the management of complex heart conditions, we offer a complete spectrum of cardiology services. Our collaborative approach ensures you receive personalized care tailored to your unique needs. We are here to partner with you on your journey to better heart health.
Our approach to comprehensive heart health care
The Summit Health cardiology department is your partner for every heart-related need. Our cardiologists, nurses, and technicians work together to evaluate, diagnose, and treat all forms of heart disease. We believe in a patient-centered model where you are an active participant in your care plan.
Collaborative and coordinated care
Symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath can be alarming, and it's not always clear what's causing them. Our integrated health system is a significant advantage. With a full range of specialists who share one electronic health record, we ensure you are directed to the right provider quickly. This seamless collaboration means your primary care doctor, cardiologist, and other specialists are always on the same page.
Managing chronic heart conditions
Our heart care team includes nurses with critical care experience who are ready to address your concerns. When you call our office, they use their expertise to assess your situation and connect you with the right level of care. Whether it's a simple medication question, a request for testing, or the need for an urgent office visit, we work to manage your condition effectively.
Expertise in arrhythmia treatment
An irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia, requires specialized care. Our expert electrophysiologists use the latest diagnostic tools and treatments to get your heart rhythm under control. This includes implantable devices like pacemakers and defibrillators (ICDs) as well as procedures like left atrial appendage closure (e.g., with the Watchman™ device) to reduce stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation.
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We offer a wide array of advanced diagnostic tests and treatments to provide the highest standard of heart health care. Our facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective therapies.
Advanced cardiac diagnostic testing
To get a clear picture of your heart's health, we use a variety of non-invasive and minimally-invasive tests:
- Echocardiogram and stress echo test: Uses sound waves to create images of your heart, assessing its structure and function.
- Nuclear stress test: Evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during activity.
- Holter monitoring: A wearable device that records your heart's rhythm over 24-48 hours.
- Cardiac CT scan and calcium score test: Provides detailed images of the heart and coronary arteries to detect plaque buildup.
- Cardiac catheterization: A procedure to diagnose and treat certain cardiovascular conditions, including coronary artery disease.
Interventional cardiology and surgical procedures
For patients who need more advanced intervention, we offer life-saving procedures. If you require heart surgery, such as a bypass or a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), we partner with leading local hospitals. A Summit Health cardiologist will check on you during your hospital stay and provide seamless follow-up care once you are discharged.
Conditions we treat
Our cardiologists are experienced in managing a broad spectrum of cardiovascular conditions. We provide expert heart disease treatment for:
- Coronary artery disease: The narrowing or blockage of the heart's arteries.
- Congestive heart failure: A chronic condition where the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should.
- Arrhythmias: Irregular heartbeats, including atrial fibrillation and tachycardia.
- Heart valve disease: Conditions affecting the valves that control blood flow, such as aortic stenosis and mitral valve prolapse.
- Aortic aneurysm: A bulge or swelling in the aorta, the body's main artery.
- Cardiomyopathy: Diseases of the heart muscle.
- Congenital heart disease: Heart defects present at birth.
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): A circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs.
Pediatric Cardiology
Pediatric Cardiology at Summit Health specializes in preventive pediatric cardiology as well heart conditions and diseases in infants, children, and adolescents.
Frequently asked questions
You should consider seeing a cardiologist if you experience symptoms like chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, heart palpitations (a fluttering or racing feeling), dizziness or fainting, or swelling in your legs. Your primary care provider can also refer you if they detect a heart murmur or high blood pressure.
You can use the find a doctor tool on our website to search for Summit Health cardiologists in your area. The tool allows you to see which providers are currently accepting new patients and to schedule an appointment online or by phone.
A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in treating diseases of the cardiovascular system. An electrophysiologist is a cardiologist who has extra training focused specifically on the heart's electrical system and treating heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias).
During your first visit, the cardiologist will conduct a thorough review of your medical history and your family's history of heart disease. They will ask detailed questions about your symptoms, perform a physical exam, and may order initial diagnostic tests like an EKG or blood work to get a baseline understanding of your heart health.
Many insurance plans require a referral from a primary care physician (PCP) to see a specialist like a cardiologist. We recommend checking with your insurance provider about their specific requirements. However, our integrated system makes it easy for your Summit Health PCP to coordinate a referral for you.