Cardiac Evaluation services offered in Encino, CA

Almost half of adults in the United States have a form of heart disease, which is the leading cause of death. At Shiraz Medical Group in Encino, California, Keyvan Shirazi, MD, Sharzad Trinbisheh, PA-C, and the experienced team offer cardiac evaluations to screen for heart problems and reduce your risk of a heart attack, stroke, and heart failure. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or booking online today.

Cardiac Evaluation Q & A

What is a cardiac evaluation?

Cardiac evaluations at Shiraz Medical Group assess the function and structure of your heart. They screen for heart disease risk factors, such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Cardiac evaluations are important, as heart disease is common in the United States and can be deadly when left undetected and untreated.

See the experts at Shiraz Medical Group if you have signs of a heart problem or heart disease risk factors.

What are the symptoms of a heart problem?

The following are symptoms of a possible heart problem warranting a cardiac evaluation:

Heart palpitations
Irregular heartbeats
Chest tightness or pressure
Dizziness
Shortness of breath
Fatigue
Weakness
Swelling in the legs, ankles, feet, or abdomen
Fluttering in your chest
Blue or gray skin

Visit Shiraz Medical Group at the first sign of a problem to avoid heart disease-related complications.

What can I expect during a cardiac evaluation?

Heart screenings often begin with a review of your medical history, family medical history, symptoms, medications, and lifestyle. The team also weighs you and checks your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs.

During a physical exam, your Shiraz Medical Group specialist evaluates your overall health, listens to your breathing and heartbeat, and screens for any visible signs of a heart problem.

You might be a candidate for the following heart-related screenings:

Blood test
Calcium score test
Exercise stress test
Electrocariogram (EKG)
Echocardiogram
Holter monitoring
Coronary CT angiogram
MRI
Ultrasound

The team may recommend you complete more than one type of diagnostic test to screen for potential concerns and learn if you need treatment.

What happens after a cardiac evaluation?

The Shiraz Medical Group team reviews the results of your cardiac evaluation. They determine if you need additional diagnostic testing, medication management, lifestyle changes, a referral to a cardiologist, and/or a medical procedure.

It’s helpful to eat healthy foods, stay active, minimize stress, avoid smoking and excessive alcohol, and get enough sleep to maintain optimal heart health. Take any medications or dietary supplements as directed and call the team anytime with questions.

Schedule a cardiac evaluation at Shiraz Medical Group by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.