Cardiology
Cardiology is the medical treatment of diseases of the heart and parts of the circulatory system. Cardiologists are the doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating these conditions.
Heart care in Fredericksburg, Virginia
Your heart works hard for you, and so do we.
If you have a heart issue or need screening, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center's heart care team is here. As the only Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention near Fredericksburg, we offer a fast response and personalized treatment plans.
How healthy is your heart?
Understanding your heart health is a valuable preventive care tool. Take our assessment to determine your risk of heart disease and next steps to take.
Understanding your heart health is a valuable preventive care tool. Take our assessment to determine your risk of heart disease and next steps to take.
Heart conditions we treat
Heart conditions can be complex, so we offer access to multispecialty cardiovascular teams. They are experienced in treating a wide range of heart conditions in adults and children, including:
- Acute coronary syndrome (ACS)
- Aortic stenosis
- Arrhythmias
- Atherosclerosis
- Chest pain (angina)
- Congenital heart disease
- Congestive heart failure
- Coronary artery disease
- Heart attacks
- Hypertension
- Mitral valve disease
- Peripheral artery disease
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Stroke
- Other valve diseases
Our heart treatments and services
Our dedicated cardiovascular team creates personalized treatment plans to provide you with the best care.
Our cardiac care program
When you trust your cardiovascular care to us, you'll benefit from:
- An individualized care plan created by our multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation therapists, occupational therapists, dietitians and social workers
- Complete cardiovascular services, including heart screening and imaging, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care — all in one location
- 24/7 cardiac catheterization lab staffed by skilled specialists and equipped with the latest technology
- A facility that is an Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) — meaning we provide a fast, skilled response if you are experiencing a potential heart attack
- Heart attack treatment times below national averages, getting you the care you need quickly
When to go to the emergency room (ER) for chest pain
Don't take chances when it comes to heart attacks. If you have chest pain or discomfort (or other symptoms of a heart attack), you should call 911 or go to our emergency department and be evaluated with X-rays and an electrocardiogram (EKG).
Heart attack signs and symptoms
Some heart attacks can come on suddenly with obvious, intense symptoms, but others may begin with just mild pain and discomfort. Call 911 if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:
- Breaking into a cold sweat
- Nausea or atypical abdominal pain
- Pain that travels down one or both arms
- Pressure, pain or fullness in your chest
- Shortness of breath
- Unexplained anxiety
- Unusual weakness or fatigue
When to go to the ER for chest pain
Learn why it's best to seek emergency care for chest pain.
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