Cardiology

It is advisable to schedule an appointment with a cardiologist whenever symptoms or signs arise that may affect heart health. It is important to discuss these symptoms with your GP to determine whether a cardiology consultation is necessary. Warning signs include:

Symptoms that require a cardiology consultation

A medical assessment is recommended if you experience:

• High cholesterol
• High blood pressure
• Sudden chest pain or discomfort extending to the neck, shoulders or arms.
• Unexplained shortness of breath or significant difficulty breathing during physical exertion.
• Palpitations and irregular heartbeat.
• High-risk factors such as hypertension, smoking or a strong family history of heart disease.
• Finally, it is good practice to have a cardiology check-up if you are a smoker or former smoker, or when starting a new physical activity after the age of 40.

At Corilab Medical Centre, our cardiology department is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to ensure the highest standards of reliability from diagnosis through to treatment.

Our medical centre offers a range of cardiology services.

• Initial Cardiology Consultation
• Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Echocardiogram + Consultation
• 24-hour Holter ECG with 12 leads (please wear comfortable clothing, preferably a zip-up sweatshirt)
• Exercise ECG (please wear comfortable clothing and, if necessary, shave at home beforehand)
• 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (please wear comfortable clothing, preferably a zip-up sweatshirt)
• Competitive Sports Medical Assessment with Certificate – Over 35s (please wear comfortable clothing and, if necessary, shave at home beforehand)
• Competitive Sports Medical Assessment with Certificate – Under 35s (please wear comfortable clothing and, if necessary, shave at home beforehand)