Cardiology - Ochsner Rush Health

Cardiology

We put our hearts into caring for yours!

At Ochsner Rush Health, our cardiologists offer a wide range of services, including diagnostic procedures, and a variety of advanced treatment options.

We get to know patients and their families personally and provide individualized care and attention throughout your treatment. Our team of specialists is here to help you with any treatments or lifestyle changes necessary to make your heart as healthy as possible.

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Our Cardiovascular Services

  • Noninvasive diagnostic procedures
    • Cardiac stress testing
    • Nuclear cardiology
    • Echocardiography
    • Vascular ultrasound
    • Holter monitors
    • EKG
  • Invasive procedures
    • Cardiac catheterization
    • Peripheral vascular catheterization
  • Interventional procedures
  • Endovascular procedures
    • Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty
    • Stent placement
  • Electrophysiology
    • Devices: pacemakers

Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory

The Ochsner Rush Medical Center cardiac catheterization lab offers the least-invasive cardiac treatment alternatives available. Our state-of-the-art lab provides advanced techniques to diagnose and treat heart disease while minimizing risk and stress for our patients.

Our cardiologists are supported by a trained cath lab team, which includes nurses and specially trained technicians who assist physicians with an array of treatment procedures.

Most cath lab procedures and tests completed in the lab can be performed while the patient is awake. Various medications are usually given, depending on the procedure and patient status.

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Our Heart Station Services

  • Noninvasive diagnostic services
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
  • Echocardiogram
  • Dobutamine stress echocardiogram
  • Treadmill stress test (GXT)
  • Treadmill with myocardial nuclear Perfusion (Cardiolite)
  • Adenosine/dobutamine myocardial nuclear perfusion
  • Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)
  • Tilt table study
  • Holter monitoring
  • Event monitoring

Using the latest medical procedures, the Heart Station and EKG departments at Ochsner Rush Medical Center give physicians accurate and detailed information about the performance of a patient's heart. This information helps physicians diagnose a patient's condition so they can recommend the best treatment options available.

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Schedule Your Heart Health Appointment Today

Ochsner Rush Health’s team of cardiologists work closely with each patient to develop a customized healthcare plan that is both targeted and effective. From routine diagnostics to specialized procedures, Ochsner's heart specialists are equipped to provide you with specialized cardiovascular and heart care.