Led by Dr. Suresh Neelagaru
List of Consultation Services
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Comprehensive evaluation and management of common cardiovascular conditions, with a focus on prevention, accurate diagnosis, and long-term risk reduction.
Care may include:
Chest pain and shortness of breath evaluation
Coronary artery disease
Heart failure evaluation and management
Valvular heart disease
Cardiovascular risk assessment
Abnormal ECG or cardiac testing
Preventive cardiology and ongoing cardiovascular follow-up
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Evaluation and treatment of hypertension with an individualized approach based on cardiovascular risk, home blood pressure readings, medications, and associated medical conditions.
Care may include:
Newly diagnosed or difficult-to-control hypertension
Review of home blood pressure measurements
Medication adjustment and optimization
Evaluation for secondary causes when appropriate
Management of blood pressure in patients with cardiovascular disease
Ongoing follow-up to achieve and maintain appropriate blood pressure goals
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Evaluation of palpitations, irregular heartbeat, rapid or slow heart rhythms, dizziness, and suspected arrhythmias.
Care may include:
Palpitations and episodic racing heart
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Supraventricular tachycardia
Premature atrial and ventricular beats
Bradycardia and conduction abnormalities
ECG and ambulatory rhythm-monitor interpretation
Electrophysiology consultation and treatment planning when indicated
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Also known as preoperative cardiovascular evaluation, this service helps determine whether a patient is medically optimized from a cardiac standpoint before a planned surgical procedure.
Evaluation may include:
Review of cardiovascular history and current symptoms
Assessment of surgical and cardiovascular risk
ECG review
Determination of whether additional cardiac testing is appropriate
Medication recommendations before and after surgery
Coordination with the surgeon or anesthesia team when needed
The goal is to identify clinically significant cardiovascular risk while avoiding unnecessary testing or delays in surgery.