The Penn State Cardiovascular Center's Non-Invasive Cardiology Department provides a full range of diagnostic procedures for both Pediatric and Adult patients. Performing tests on inpatients and outpatients, the Non-Invasive Department performs over 40,000 tests annually. All studies are archived in the Penn State Cardiovascular Center's expansive database for comparison to future studies performed on the same patient. When clinically necessary, these services are available at times other than regularly scheduled hours. It is always preferable that the procedures be scheduled in advance to ensure patients are treated with minimal waiting time.
Technicians begin performing electrocardiograms and progress to more advanced cardiac testing.
Prior to beginning a new phase of training, technicians must pass a proficiency examination to demonstrate mastery of the service area. Once the technicians are completely oriented, they can provide all of the available services listed above. Eighty-five percent of the staff are board certified Cardiology Technicians, and those staff members who have not completed certification are strongly encouraged to to so as soon as possible.