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An echocardiogram is a simple non- invasive 30 minute ultrasound examination of the heart which reveals both the structure and function of the heart.
This includes both static and dynamic pictures and can determine whether one has had a previous heart attack, an enlarged heart, or any abnormal structural or valvular abnormalities.
An exercise stress test is used to determine how well your heart functions under a physical load when it needs to work harder than normal. Exercise testing uses a treadmill exercise with blood pressure monitoring and electrocardiography (ECG). Your best cardiovascular specialist than monitor your heart rate and electrical activity of your heart for any changes. This cardiac stress test is also referred to as a treadmill test or exercise test and is commonly used to determine functional capacity and estimate prognosis.
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You must not eat, smoke, or drink beverages containing caffeine or alcohol for 3 hours (or more) before the test. Please wear or bring comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking. If you use an inhaler for your breathing, please bring it to the test. In most cases, you will be asked to avoid caffeine for 24 hours before the test. This includes:
After the cardiologist has reviewed your test, the results will be thoroughly discussed with you and additionally made available to you and your primary care doctor.
If you have any questions for the best in class NYC cardiologist or would like to schedule a consultation or appointment please feel free to contact Dr. Steven Reisman of the New York Cardiac Diagnostic Center and indicate which Manhattan office (Upper East Side, Midtown Manhattan, or Wall Street / Financial District) you would like to see the cardiologist for a cardiac consultation.
The information on this website is to provide general information. The information on this website does NOT reflect definitive medical advice and self-diagnoses should not be made based on information obtained online. It is important to consult a best-in-class Cardiologist for a consultation and examination regarding ANY and ALL symptoms or signs including but not limited to chest discomfort, shortness of breath, palpitation or fainting as these may be a sign of a serious illness or condition. An accurate diagnosis and treatment plan should only be made by your physician in order to exclude a serious condition.