Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj
Having a dedicated team of expert doctors who specialize in various aspects of cardiology is essential for providing comprehensive care to patients. At Fortis Hospitals Vasant Kunj - The Cardiology Department offers a wide range of services for the accurate diagnosis and treatment of heart-related conditions and diseases.
Cardiac Bypass Surgery: Cardiac bypass surgery, also known as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), is a surgical procedure that helps improve blood flow to the heart by bypassing blocked or narrowed coronary arteries. This procedure can be a life-saving option for patients with severe coronary artery disease.
Minimally Invasive Surgery: Minimally invasive cardiac surgery techniques involve smaller incisions and less trauma to the body compared to traditional open-heart surgery. These techniques can result in quicker recovery times and less post-operative pain.
Interventional Cardiology: Interventional cardiology procedures involve using catheters and other minimally invasive techniques to diagnose and treat various heart conditions, such as angioplasty and stent placement for blocked arteries.
Non-Invasive Cardiology: Non-invasive cardiology focuses on diagnostic tests and procedures that do not require surgery or invasive interventions. This can include various imaging techniques like echocardiography, stress tests, and cardiovascular CT scans.
Ambulatory Systems for Emergencies: Ambulatory systems for emergencies are crucial for providing timely care to patients experiencing heart-related emergencies. These systems ensure that patients receive rapid evaluation and treatment, which is essential in critical situations.
Non-Invasive Image Processing: Non-invasive image processing is a vital component of modern cardiology. It allows for the analysis and interpretation of various imaging modalities to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.
Echocardiography: Echocardiography is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound waves to create detailed images of the heart's structure and function. It is valuable for assessing heart conditions.
Stress Tests: Stress tests help evaluate how well the heart functions during physical stress. They are useful for diagnosing conditions like coronary artery disease.
Cardiovascular CT Scans: Cardiovascular CT scans provide detailed images of the heart and blood vessels, allowing for the assessment of coronary artery disease and other cardiac conditions.
Thallium Heart Mapping: Thallium heart mapping is a nuclear medicine test used to evaluate blood flow to the heart muscle. It can identify areas of reduced blood flow and help in diagnosing heart conditions.
The Cardiology Department at Fortis Hospitals Vasant Kunj offer a comprehensive range of services to meet the needs of patients with heart-related conditions. It's important for individuals to consult healthcare providers to determine the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment options for their specific cardiac issues
Why Choose Us
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✅ Highly experienced specialists team members
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✅ 20+ Years of experience expert
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✅ NABL Accredited LAB
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✅ 24/7 Hours Services
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✅ Ambulatory service for emergencies
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✅ NABH Certified Nursing Excellence
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✅ Ranked No. 7 in Delhi’s Best Private Hospital by The Week Magazine Survey, 2019
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✅ Fortis Hospital Vasant Kunj has been ranked 15th in India list of World Best Hospital by Newsweek
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FAQs
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What does cardiologist do?A cardiologist is a medical doctor who studies and treats diseases and conditions of the cardiovascular system – the heart and blood vessels – including heart rhythm disorders, coronary artery disease, heart attacks, heart defects and infections and related disorders.
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Can cardiologist do surgery?Although cardiologists can't perform surgery, there are some specialized procedures that they can perform. For example, an interventional cardiologist may use a stent to open clogged arteries. Apart from this, they can implant some advanced devices in the heart of the patient suffering from some heart related disorders.
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What is a heart doctor called?A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in the care of your heart and blood vessels. They can treat many heart problems or help you prevent them. They may also specialize in specific areas, such as abnormal heart rhythms, heart failure, or heart problems you've had since birth.
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How does a cardiologist check your heart?Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of the heart. The ECG shows what is happening in different areas of the heart and helps to identify any problems with your heart's rhythm or rhythm. ECG is painless and takes about 5-10 minutes to do.
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What is a normal heart rate?The normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. In general, a lower resting heart rate means more efficient heart function and better cardiovascular fitness.
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Why is echo test done?An echocardiogram can help diagnose and monitor certain heart conditions. It examines the structure of the heart and surrounding blood vessels, analyzes how blood flows through them, and assesses the pumping chambers of the heart.
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What are the heart problems?Heart disease refers to any problem affecting the heart, such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and heart failure. Lifestyle choices can prevent many of these conditions, and medicine can help manage them if they do occur.
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What is weak heart?Cardiomyopathy is a disease in which the heart muscle becomes weak, stretched, or has some other structural problem. This often contributes to the heart's inability to pump or function properly. Many people with cardiomyopathy develop heart failure.
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How do you confirm heart failure?Go to your doctor. You may have trouble breathing, an irregular heartbeat, swollen legs, varicose veins in your neck, and hoarseness from fluid in your lungs. Your doctor will check for these and other signs of heart failure. A test called an echocardiogram is often the best test to diagnose your heart failure.
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When can heart failure start?Heart failure can begin suddenly after your heart muscle is damaged by a medical condition or injury. But in most cases, heart failure develops gradually due to long-term medical conditions. Conditions that can cause heart failure include: Arrhythmia (a problem with the rate or rhythm of your heartbeat)