Heart Doctor in Amravati: Who to See and When
A heart doctor, also called a cardiologist or heart specialist, treats problems of the heart and blood vessels. If you live in Amravati and are wondering whether to see one, this guide explains who to consult and what to expect.
Heart doctor, heart specialist and cardiologist: are they different?
In everyday language these words mean the same thing: a doctor with specialist training in heart disease. A cardiologist has completed postgraduate training in cardiology (for example DNB or DM Cardiology). An interventional cardiologist also performs catheter-based procedures such as angiography and angioplasty.
When to see a heart doctor in Amravati
- Chest pain, pressure or tightness, especially on walking or climbing stairs
- Breathlessness that is new or getting worse
- Palpitations, a racing or irregular heartbeat, dizziness or fainting
- High blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol
- A family history of early heart disease
- You are over 40 and have never had a heart check-up
Looking for the "best" heart doctor?
Rather than a ranking, look at things you can check: the doctor's qualifications and registration, years of experience, whether the hospital has a cath lab and 24x7 emergency care, and whether the doctor explains your problem and your options clearly. Our guide to choosing the right heart specialist goes through this in more detail.
Heart care with Dr. Pavan Agrawal
Dr. Pavan Agrawal is an interventional cardiologist (MBBS, DNB Cardiology) practicing since 2010 at Radiant Super Speciality Hospital, Amravati. Read about Dr. Agrawal or see how to get an appointment.
Emergency: chest pain that is severe, lasts more than a few minutes, spreads to the arm, jaw or back, or comes with sweating, breathlessness or fainting needs emergency care. Call 112 or the hospital on 95116 13365 straight away.
Need advice about your heart? Call or WhatsApp the hospital team on 95116 13365 (Monday to Saturday, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM). For chest pain or a suspected heart attack, call 112 or 95116 13365 straight away; emergency services are open 24x7. See the hospital address and directions.
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- Cardiologist in Amravati: When to See One and What to Expect
- Heart Specialist in Amravati: How to Choose the Right Doctor
- Interventional Cardiologist in Amravati: What Does One Do?
This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. If you have symptoms or concerns, please see a doctor.