February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease.
The good news? Heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions. Communities, health professionals, and families can work together to create opportunities for people to make healthier choices.
Piedmont Healthcare Cardiologists are heart specialists involved in the treatment of coronary artery disease, heart attacks, heart failure and heart rhythm disturbances. Our providers review medical history and perform physical examinations to monitor blood pressure, weight, heart, lungs and blood vessels. Our cardiologists also provide diagnostic and interventional services such as:
- Electrocardiogram (EKG). The EKG machine records your heart’s rhythm, frequency of beats and electrical conduction.
- Echocardiogram (Echo) – An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to examine the heart’s structure and motion.
- Cardiac Catheterization – A diagnostic test used to show blockages in the coronary arteries.
- Balloon Angioplasty – A procedure used to enlarge a narrowing in a coronary artery.
