All services are performed in our office and procedures are done at Cedars Sinai HospitalÂ
Flu, Varicella, Tetanus Vaccinations
The world heart organization and centers for disease control recommend yearly flu vaccination for anyone
Flu, Varicella, Tetanus Vaccinations
The world heart organization and centers for disease control recommend yearly flu vaccination for anyone
Electrocardiogram
A record of the electrical activity of the heart and a main part of your cardiovascular assessment.
Echocardiography
Also referred as echo, sonogram, or ultrasound of the heart. Echocardiography is routinely used in the diagnosis, management,
CT Coronary Angiogram
A procedure used to evaluate the anatomy of the coronary artery to assess the presence and extent of occlusion of the vessels,
Cardiac Catheterization
Also called coronary angiogram, it is an invasive procedure where catheters are directly inserted into your arteries or heart chamber to provide information about vessel potency
Coronary Calcium Scoring and Heart Disease Screening
A measure of the calcification or calcium build up in your arteries. If is used as a screening test for coronary artery disease and risk of heart attack.
Cardioversion
A procedure to reset an abnormal heart rhythm. Patients are put to sleep and a direct electrical current is applied to the chest to restore normal organized heart contraction.
Treadmill Exercise Stress Test
This test measures the hearts ability to response to stress in the form on exercise. It is performed on a standard treadmill and measurements of heart rate,
Stress Echocardiography
A stress test in conjunction with an echocardiogram. The echocardiogram is performed before and after exercise and structural differences are compared to detect
Nuclear Stress Test
Involves a radiopharmaceutical injection that is distributed throughout the heart to detect abnormal blood flow to diseased segments of the heart.
Transesophageal Echocardiography
A procedure perform in the hospital and involves anesthesia or sedatives. An ultrasound probe is interested into the esophagus behind the heart and detailed pictures of the heart are recorded.
Mitra-Clip/E-Clip
A novel method to repair an incompetent mitral valve using catheters in the heart as opposed to standard conventional heart surgery. The first mitraclip was implanted in 2003 and in 2013 was accepted as an alternative to surgery.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
The replacement of a stenotic aortic valve via access from the blood vessels as opposed to open heart surgery.
Tilt Table Examination
A test used to diagnose syncope or fainting. Patients with a drop in blood pressure or positional tachycardia are good candidates for this test.
Holter Monitor
A portable device worn on the skin for continues electrical activity of the heart rhythm and It is used to diagnosis arrhythmias and etiologies of syncope/fainting.
Carotid Ultrasound
An ultrasound to reveal structural details of the carotid arteries, to look for blood clots, stenosis from plaque buildup or other blood flow problems.
Venous Ultrasound
An ultrasound of the lower extremities to evaluate for blood clots.
Arrhythmia Management And Ablation
Management of a wide range of arrhythmias is available using medications or ablation techniques.
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention/Angioplasty/Atherectomy/Stent Placement
A non surgical method to treat blocked or narrowed arteries using catheters, balloons, and stents to restore blood flow to the heart.
Coronary Artery Bypass
A surgical procedure to restore blood flow to an obstructed artery. It can also be performed to relieve angina/chest pain refractory to medical therapy.
Heart Transplantation Evaluation
If you have end stage congestive heart failure or refractory arrhythmias you made qualify for heart transplantation assessment.
Pre-operative Testing And Clearance
If you are having a non cardiac surgery, your surgeon may require cardiac testing. This may involve laboratory testing, electrocardiogram,
Physical Examinations
Yearly physical examinations are available that target all organ systems. Focused physical examinations are available that direct attention to specified areas of your concern.
Nutrition Assessment And Weight Management
A full nutrition and diet assessment is available to achieve idea body weight or as an adjust for treatment of diabetes and high cholesterol.
Watchman Procedure
If you have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, you may be at an increased risk of stroke.
Medical Expert Witness Los Angeles
Dr. David Filsoof, provides medical expert witness and medical legal consultations.