In addition to providing non-invasive testing, diagnostic cardiac catheterization, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology studies and rehabilitation, the Cardiac Center participates in a number of national research studies and has been active in the development of new treatments for heart disease. All patients receive assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation of their individual care needs. Our cardiologists coordinate care with other members of the GW health care team including surgery, emergency and rehabilitation departments. The non-invasive cardiac laboratory includes tools to diagnose a variety of cardiac disorders. Studies can provide doctors with information about heart valves, heart muscle and the coronary arteries as well as possible congenital heart abnormalities.
Cardiac catheterization involves the use radiological equipment to diagnose heart disease.
Interventional tools such as balloons and stents are fed through a catheter into the coronary arteries to reduce stenosis and improve blood flow. The Arrhythmia Service provides a full complement of diagnostic and treatment options for patients with cardiac rhythm disturbances. Your individual health status and any required medical treatments can only be properly addressed by a professional healthcare provider of your choice. There is no adequate substitution for a personal consultation with your physician. Neither The George Washington University Hospital, or any of their affiliates, nor any contributors shall have any liability for the content or any errors or omissions in the information provided by this website.