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Chalmette (5.83 mi)
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Metairie (10.19 mi)

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70127 (6) (0.79 mi)
70128 (1) (2.77 mi)
70117 (3) (4.48 mi)
70122 (1) (4.67 mi)
70043 (5) (5.64 mi)
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  • Bruce Iteld, MD 110 Points

    Bruce Iteld, MD

    Louisiana Heart Ctr
    Distance: 5.83 mi
    9000 Patricia St Ste 212
    Chalmette, LA 70043
  • Georg Couturier, MD 100 Points

    Georg Couturier, MD

    Beth Israel Medical Ctr
    Distance: 5.83 mi
    9000 Patricia St Ste 118
    Chalmette, LA 70043
  • Raymon Nelson 100 Points

    Raymon Nelson

    St. Bernard Parish Hospital
    Distance: 5.83 mi
    8000 W. Judge Perez Dr.
    Chalmette, LA 70043
  • Bruce Iteld, MD

    Bruce Iteld, MD

    Samuels&Huddleston
    Distance: 5.83 mi
    9000 Patricia St
    Chalmette, LA 70043
  • Christopher Damm 250 Points

    Christopher Damm

    Christopher Damm, MD
    Distance: 7.04 mi
    1514 Jefferson Highway
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Partha Sardar 250 Points

    Partha Sardar

    Ochsner Medical Center
    Distance: 7.04 mi
    1514 Jefferson Highway
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Patrick Breaux 250 Points

    Patrick Breaux

    Patrick C. Breaux, MD
    Distance: 7.04 mi
    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Richard Milani 250 Points

    Richard Milani

    Richard Milani, MD
    Distance: 7.04 mi
    1514 Jefferson Highway
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Robert Bober 250 Points

    Robert Bober

    Robert M. Bober, MD
    Distance: 7.04 mi
    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121

Cardiologist Info

Cardiologist Summary:
A Cardiologist is a physician who has chosen to specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and defects of the heart and circulatory system. These diseases or defects may be present at birth or may develop later in life. He or she will evaluate the patient's condition and after performing several tests, will determine if the patient needs medication, surgery, or changes in diet or lifestyle.

Some of the conditions a cardiologist is concerned with are:
Congenital heart defects – Heart defects that are present at birth.
Coronary artery disease – The accumulation of plaque in the walls of the arteries of the heart.
Valvular heart disease – Diseases that affect the blood vessels of the heart.
Heart failure – A condition that affects blood supply to the heart and the body.
Electrophysiology – A condition that involves the abnormal electrical impulses of the heart, such as arrhythmia.


Cardiologist FAQs:
What is a

cardiologist

?
A Cardiologist is a physician who is certified to practice Cardiology which involves the diagnoses and treatment of disorders of the circulatory system and the cardiovascular system — the heart, arteries, and veins.

Are there different kinds of cardiologists?
There are several different categories of cardiologist who specialize in different areas.

When do you need to see a cardiologist?
A cardiologist is usually needed in cases of chest pain or discomfort where the diagnosis is unclear or where specialized medical care is required. A cardiologist is not necessarily needed every time a patient has difficulty in breathing or has chest pain; many patients may be treated quite skillfully by an internist.

How do I find a Cardiologist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a Cardiologist in your state. Select Cardiologist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a Cardiologist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a Cardiologist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Cardiologists in your city and state.


Cardiologist Related Terms:
cardiology, heart, arrhythmia, veins, arteries, chest pain, heart attack, palpitations, heart rate, ventricular fibrillation, heart disease, stroke, cardiologist