Cardiology is the branch of medicine that deals with the health and well-being of the heart. Diseases related to the heart and the circulatory system are studied, diagnosed and treated in cardiology.
Some cases that may require the attention of a heart doctor:
Double board-certified cardiologist and VeinGuard medical director Dr. Fareeha Khan
Cardiologists are specialized heart doctors who have extensive experience caring for patients’ heart health. At VeinGuard, we have a team of highly qualified and experienced cardiologists in Tysons Corner & Fairfax who can provide bespoke treatments.
Depending on the conditions they treat and the type of care they offer, cardiologists have experience in one of many types of cardiology, such as:
General cardiologists study the overall health of the cardiovascular system, which includes the blood vessels and the heart. They educate patients and the general public about ways to maintain a healthy heart.
Interventional cardiologists offer specialized catheter-based treatments for certain types of heart conditions.
Preventive cardiology helps patients and the public reduce their risk of cardiovascular conditions. Through preventative treatments, medical education and lifestyle modifications, preventative cardiologists work with heart patients to help prevent their condition from worsening.
Heart failure is a chronic and debilitating condition that can affect a patient’s life. Our cardiology specialists, who specialize in advanced heart failure treatment work with patients to develop personalized and holistic treatments to help alleviate their symptoms and extend their life.
Pediatric cardiologists in Tysons Corner & Fairfax are specialists in treating children under the age of 18 years who have heart conditions. They provide treatments designed to reduce the risk of severe cardiovascular issues as an adult and which improve the child’s quality of life.
Adult cardiologists are doctors who work with adult patients, helping them avoid developing or treating them for heart conditions. Cardiologists can super specialize to work with the elderly. This domain is called Cardiogeriatrics.
Severe conditions like heart attacks and other cardiovascular diseases take a long time to heal. Patients require constant and consistent care and support. Cardiologists who offer such long-term care and rehabilitation treatments specialize in cardiac rehabilitation.
These days, people can develop the first signs of a heart condition as early as 20 years of age. It is recommended that you get regular cardiovascular screenings every 4-5 years after the age of 20. This is particularly important if your family has a genetic history of heart conditions.
A recent study has revealed an increase in heart attacks among younger Americans, specifically women aged 35-54. While the study does not give us an answer as to why this is, we do know the common risk factors associated with heart issues and heart disease. Approximately 50% of Americans have at least one of the major risk factors which are high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking. So how do you know if you fall into one of these categories? Making an appointment with an expert cardiologist in Fairfax is the first step to assessing your condition and mitigating risk.
Generally, our experts at VeinGuard recommend that individuals come in for preventative heart check-ups every few years. We use a variety of preventative cardiovascular tests to analyze your current heart health and identify any underlying condition. Normally, these tests include:
If however, you experience any signs or symptoms that are worrying, then we recommend more specialized cardiovascular tests to diagnose your condition.
While each heart condition has its own set of unique symptoms, some of the common signs that you may have a cardiovascular issue are:
If you experience any of these symptoms, please visit our VeinGuard cardiovascular health center. Our cardiologists in Tysons Corner & Fairfax are experienced in treating a variety of cardiovascular conditions, and we can diagnose and provide the right treatment. Schedule your consultation today.
Certain types of cardiological treatments are covered by medical insurance. When you visit VeinGuard for treatment, we will be able to tell you whether your insurance provider covers your treatment or not.
Research has shown that fractured sleep and sleep deprivation can affect heart health greatly. During the non-rapid eye movement (NREM) stage of sleep, your heart starts to relax and recovers from the physical strain it has experienced during waking hours. When a person has less sleep, the NREM stage is very short and your heart may not get the rest it needs to fully recover from strain. This lack of sleep can increase a person’s risk of high blood pressure, coronary heart disease and heart failure. Our cardiologists in Tysons Corner & Fairfax can monitor your sleep patterns and advise you on the best course of treatment to keep your heart safe.
Studies have shown that high levels of body fat make a person insulin-resistant and also affects blood lipid levels. Your levels of bad LDL cholesterol and triglyceride will be very high, while good HDL cholesterol will be very low. Additionally, it’s been found that it takes the heart extra effort to pump blood across the body when the body is bigger. And this increases blood pressure. Together, these conditions can affect your heart health. It is advised that people diagnosed with obesity or being overweight, get a cardiovascular check-up done to rule out any invisible cardiological conditions.
At VeinGuard, our cardiological treatment center specializes in providing treatments for a variety of cardiovascular conditions. Our cardiologists in Tysons Corner & Fairfax have worked with patients of all genders, ages, races and medical conditions and we are fully equipped to help you regain your heart health. Visit our clinic today for diagnosis and treatment.
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