Good heart care starts before an emergency. To help you understand your heart health (and how it can be even healthier), AHN offers heart checks.
Good heart care starts before an emergency. To help you understand your heart health (and how it can be even healthier), AHN offers heart checks.
Call 911 right away if you are experiencing chest pain, fainting, or shortness of breath. You may be having a heart attack.
It’s a simple preventive visit. It can give you peace of mind knowing you’re in good health, or it can help your doctor spot heart problems before they become serious.
Your doctor will ask about your personal and family histories, your lifestyle, and about medications you’re taking. They’ll also talk about steps you can take at home to maintain a healthier heart.
Your doctor will take important measurements, including your height, weight, and blood pressure. They’ll check your pulse and listen carefully to your heart and lungs.
If your doctor needs more information, they may order a blood draw, imaging, or other tests. Your doctor will then assess your risk, and, if needed, will work with you on a treatment plan.
The type of doctor you’ll see at your visit depends on your symptoms and risk factors.