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If you have symptoms of heart disease, the board-certified cardiologists at Rutland Heart Center will use the latest heart testing options to diagnose your condition.
Heart disease (also called cardiovascular disease) is a term for many kinds of heart problems. The most common type of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease (CAD). Other common heart problems include heart attack, irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias), and heart failure.
The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood throughout your body. It is positioned behind the lungs, slightly to the left side of the chest. Your heart is a bit larger than the size of your fist. Let's examine the structures of the heart and learn how blood travels through this complex organ.
Our specialists use advanced imaging technology to provide comprehensive and accurate diagnosis.
A stress test shows how well your heart works during physical activity. While you walk on a treadmill, we’ll watch your pulse and blood pressure to show how your heart responds to exercise. This test helps find coronary artery disease.
A CT scan uses x-rays to create a detailed picture of your heart and blood vessels. This test can check for blocked arteries in the heart and look for the cause of symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath.
An echocardiogram uses sound waves to create images of your heart's valves and chambers. This test shows how blood is flowing through the heart and heart valves.
This test, which we call an "echo," makes images of your heart. It shows more detail than we see with an x-ray. It lets your doctor see how your heart beats. It can reveal problems within your heart.
An EKG records your heart’s electrical activity, shows abnormal heart rhythms, and detects signs of heart attack or heart damage.
A Holter monitor is a small, portable, battery-powered EKG machine that records your heartbeats for 24 to 48 hours. This device can detect irregular heartbeats and help your doctor decide what other tests or treatments you may need.
A nuclear stress test measures blood flow to your heart when it is at rest and during exercise. During this test, you’ll walk on a treadmill after receiving an injection with a small amount of radioactive dye. This test helps find damage or poor blood flow in your heart.
This test maps blood flow through the heart while you are at rest and while you are doing physical activity. It can show problems with the structure and function of your heart. And, it helps diagnose heart disease or other problems.
If you are at risk for heart disease or have a heart condition, your doctors will monitor your heart health and help you take action to keep your heart healthy. Lifestyle changes including exercise and healthy eating can help you lower your risk for heart disease. If you smoke, your care team can talk with you about how to quit. Screenings include:
Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, which increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. If you’re over age 40 or at high risk for heart disease, experts recommend getting your blood pressure checked once a year. Talk with your doctor about blood pressure screening.
Doctors use a test called a fasting lipoprotein profile to measure your body’s cholesterol levels, including bad (LDL) cholesterol and good (HDL) cholesterol. High cholesterol levels put you at risk for coronary artery disease.
Being overweight or obese puts you at higher risk for heart disease. Your doctor can calculate your body mass index (BMI) during a regular check-up to find out if you’re at a healthy body weight. They’ll also recommend lifestyle changes to help you lower your risk.
Contact the specialized team at the Rutland Heart Center to learn about our testing and screening options.
1.855.RHC.BEAT (1.855.742.2328)
802.747.3600
802-775-7111
160 Allen Street Rutland, VT 05701
802-747-3600
12 Commons Street Rutland, VT 05701
