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At St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, the experienced cardiologists and cardiac team are committed to your heart health. We offer cardiology experience and expertise, provide consistent, compassionate care for every patient, and continually seek to improve processes and procedures to ensure the most up-to-date, evidence-based care.
When you need heart care, St. Francis-Emory has outstanding cardiologists, as well as diagnostic and interventional cardiology services. The cardiac catheterization laboratory (“cath lab") is comprised of the latest technology to provide safe, quality cardiac care overseen by a compassionate team devoted to serving your needs.
St. Francis-Emory is the area's only distinguished Level 1 Emergency Cardiac Care Center recognized by the Georgia Department of Public Health Office of EMS and Trauma for excellence in emergency heart care.
We provide a range of services for cardiac care for the Columbus, GA, area, including:
Blood pressure, cholesterol, family history and other factors all play an important role in keeping your heart healthy. If you have questions about your heart health, start with a heart health assessment. Learn more about the risks you may have for heart-related conditions.
Electrodiagnostic testing is the process of using electrical technology to track biological function and identify any abnormalities. Cardio electrodiagnostic exams include stress tests, electrocardiograms (EKG), echocardiograms and electromyograms. Electrodiagnostic testing is non-invasive, and you should experience little to no discomfort.
Echocardiogram involves using sound waves to create real-time imaging of the heart muscle. Depending on the echocardiography ordered by the physician, dyes and saline may be inserted intravenously to provide contrast during the imaging. Echocardiograms are non-invasive and painless. You should expect the procedure to be no different than a routine ultrasound.
Also called a nuclear stress test, the myocardial perfusion imaging screening involves capturing recordings of the heart’s blood flow during strenuous activity. The beginning of the test involves attaching you to an IV line. You will then participate in monitored exercise until peak activity level has been reached. Once the heart rate is in the desired range, the radioactive medicine will be inserted through the IV into your bloodstream. Then, a specialized camera will take photos of your heart, made visible by nuclear medicine. The process usually takes no more than an hour and is non-invasive. Other than some exercise discomfort or fatigue, you should expect a pain-free experience.
The Holter Monitor tracks electronic signals of the heart during a one-to-two-day period. You will be properly fitted to the monitor and instructed on information to record during the testing period. The cardiologist will be able to access the history of recordings to identify any abnormalities that require further testing.
St. Francis-Emory Cardiopulmonary Services focus on facilitating recovery and greater quality of life for individuals suffering from heart and lung illness. We can assist patients who require pulmonary function tests, breathing treatments, continuous positive airway pressure, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and more.
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Pay attention to your body and call 9-1-1 or have someone take you to the Emergency Room immediately if you experience any of these heart attack warning signs.