What tests might a cardiologist use for AFib or heart failure?
Common evaluations listed for these practices include EKGs, echocardiograms, nuclear heart testing, vascular ultrasound, and cardiac catheterization.
When should I go to the emergency room instead of scheduling a cardiology visit?
Seek emergency care for severe or new chest pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting, or symptoms suggesting a heart attack. Routine symptoms and follow-up testing can generally be addressed through an office cardiology visit.
What cardiac rehabilitation is available?
The Asheville Cardiology Associates network lists cardiac rehabilitation, including a nationally accredited cardiac rehabilitation program, and identifies post-heart-attack rehabilitation as a focus.