General Cardiology
Millions of adults suffer from heart disease, a family of cardiovascular disorders that remains the number one cause of death in the United States, according to the CDC.
Awareness, preventative measures and access to specialized medical care are critical. The cardiologists and heart specialists at Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital know how to anticipate, prevent and treat many heart problems — helping many people live long, healthy lives.
Cardiology specialists prevent, diagnose and treat many heart problems related to:
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- Cardiac arrest
- Chest pain
- Congenital heart defects
- Coronary circulation (arteries and veins)
- Heart muscle, outer lining & valves
- Vascular system (blood vessels)
- Congestive heart failure
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Quality Heart Care, Close to Home
Our hospital works closely with Northeastern Nevada Heart Center as well as other general cardiologists in the region. A general cardiologist can help patients manage cardiovascular (CV) disease. Seeing a general cardiologist may also help patients keep heart healthy and prevent serious cardiac emergencies. Here are some of the services provided by general cardiologists:
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- CV risk assessment/stratification
- Screenings for peripheral artery disease
- Lipid management
- Hypertension management
- Heart failure management
- Treatments for cardiac arrhythmia; atrial fibrillation
- Management post PCI/stent-placement
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