Cardiology Center - Cardiovascular Center
Cardiology Department at Hospital Angeles your heart with our team of specialists and state-of-the-art medical technology—prevention is your best ally
Cardiology is a medical specialty that focuses on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of the heart and circulatory system.
You should see a cardiologist if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, frequent dizziness, or swelling in your legs, or if you have a family history of heart disease.
A cardiologist may perform tests such as electrocardiograms, echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterizations, among others, to diagnose heart disease and assess its severity.
The most common treatments in cardiology include lifestyle changes (diet, exercise), medications, invasive procedures such as angioplasty or stent placement, and heart surgery.
Prevention is key in cardiology, as many heart diseases can be prevented or managed by adopting healthy lifestyle habits, controlling risk factors (such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol), and undergoing regular medical checkups.