The aorta is the largest artery in the body. It sends blood with oxygen from the heart to the rest of the body. Some conditions, such as high blood pressure, can weaken an area of the aorta over time. This can cause a tear in the lining of that area. This most often happens in the part of the aorta closest to the heart. Less common is a tear in the lining of the abdominal aorta. An aortic dissection can also be caused by an aortic aneurysm.

Aortic regurgitation is a heart condition where the aortic valve doesn't close properly, allowing blood to leak back into the heart. This condition can lead to symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue or chest pain as the heart works harder to pump blood.  Over time, the heart may become weak or enlarged. Your heart specialists may treat AR with medication management and valve repair or valve replacement surgery.

Atherosclerosis is a disease process that affects the walls of the heart arteries and other arteries of the body. Inflammation and plaque buildup can lead to artery stiffness and narrowing. The condition can start as early as late childhood to early adulthood. It can affect arteries all over the body. It can lead to many health problems, depending on which arteries in the body are affected. Narrowed heart arteries may lead to a heart attack. Narrowed arteries that bring blood to the brain can cause a stroke.

Heart care specialists diagnose and treat bradycardia, a condition where the heart beats too slowly. A slow heartbeat can cause fatigue, dizziness, or fainting. Using diagnostic tools like EKGs and heart monitoring, we diagnose and then work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that may include medication adjustments or pacemaker implantation.

The carotid arteries are the main blood vessels that send blood and oxygen to the brain. It's called carotid artery disease when these vessels become narrowed. It may also be called carotid artery stenosis. The narrowing is caused by atherosclerosis. This is the buildup of fatty deposits, calcium, fibrous tissue and other cell debris that lines the inside of the artery. Carotid artery disease is like coronary artery disease. In that disease, buildup occurs in the arteries of the heart. That may cause a heart attack.

Carotid artery disease reduces the flow of oxygen to the brain. The brain needs a constant supply of oxygen to work. Even a brief pause in blood supply can cause problems. Brain cells start to die after just a few minutes without blood or oxygen. A stroke can result if the narrowing of the carotid arteries is severe enough that blood flow is blocked. It can block blood flow to the brain if a piece of plaque breaks off. This too can cause a stroke.

CTEPH is a rare form of high blood pressure in the lungs caused by chronic blood clots that restrict blood flow and strain the heart. Symptoms may include fatigue, chest pain and swelling in the legs or abdomen. Our multidisciplinary care teams work together to listen to your concerns, provide advanced diagnostics, and offer treatment options tailored to your needs, including medications, surgery and lifestyle changes.

CTO is a complete blockage of a coronary artery that has typically been present for three months or longer. This heart condition often causes chest pain, fatigue or shortness of breath. Your cardiology team uses minimally invasive techniques to restore blood flow and improve heart function. With personalized care for CTO, you can reduce symptoms, regain energy and improve your quality of life.

Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when your leg veins don’t allow blood to flow back up to your heart. Normally, the valves in your veins make sure that blood flows toward your heart. But when these valves don’t work well, blood can also flow backwards. This can cause blood to collect (pool) in your legs. Chronic venous insufficiency is not a serious health threat, but it can be painful.

Our heart care team provides comprehensive care for congenital heart defects such as atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD) and patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), in both children and adults. ASD and VSD are defects of the heart in the form of a hole between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. PDA involves an opening between the aorta and the pulmonary artery that can close with time. We use advanced imaging and diagnostic testing to create a treatment plan that's right for you and your family. Your or your child's care plan may include monitoring, medication, minimally invasive procedures or surgery when needed.

The heart is a muscle that pumps oxygen-rich blood to all parts of the body. When you have heart failure, the heart can’t pump as well as it should. Or the heart muscle can’t relax and fill the pumping chamber with blood. Blood and fluid may back up into the lungs. This causes heart failure. Some parts of the body also don’t get enough oxygen-rich blood. This means they can't work well. These problems lead to the symptoms of heart failure, including shortness of breath, weight gain and swelling, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, belly pain and cough.

CAD is a disease that affects the arteries in your heart. These arteries supply oxygen and nutrients to your heart muscle. Sometimes, a fatty substance called plaque builds up along the inner walls of these arteries. This process is called atherosclerosis.

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, most often in the legs, which can lead to swelling, pain or more serious complications if left untreated.

When your heart's inner lining or heart valves are inflamed due to an infection, you may have endocarditis. The infection can come from bacteria that enter the bloodstream and attach to your heart's inner lining. Our heart care teams use advanced diagnostics, antibiotics and surgical treatments to treat the infection and prevent complications.

A heart attack is also called a myocardial infarction (MI). It happens when one or more parts of the heart muscle don’t get enough oxygen. That occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is narrowed or blocked. If you're feeling the symptoms of chest discomfort, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, nausea, or pain in the neck, jaw or arms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

When electrical signals in the heart are delayed or interrupted, which slows or blocks your heartbeat, you may be experiencing a heart block. There are three degrees of heart block that have differences in symptoms. First-degree heart block is usually mild and often doesn't cause symptoms. Second-degree heart block can cause skipped beats and may require treatment. Third-degree heart block is more serious and can lead to dizziness, fainting or fatigue, often requiring a pacemaker. Using diagnostic tests, we determine the severity and cause of the block and create personalized treatment plans that may include medications or pacemaker implantation.

The heart makes sounds as it beats. These sounds occur as the heart valves open and close to allow blood to flow through the heart. A heart murmur is an extra noise heard during a heartbeat. The noise is caused when blood does not flow smoothly through the heart. Heart murmurs can be innocent (harmless) or abnormal (caused by a heart problem).

This heart condition weakens the heart muscle, making it difficult for your heart to pump blood. We have a multidisciplinary team that collaborates to provide comprehensive care for cardiomyopathy. We also support you and your family throughout your treatment and recovery.

These treatable heart conditions occur when your heart beats irregularly. An irregular heartbeat can be too slow or too fast. It also could mean that your heart skips a beat. Treatment options may include medication, therapies or surgery. Talk to a cardiologist to find out what treatment plan is right for you.

This heart condition affects one or more of the heart's valves. If blood doesn't flow properly when the heart valves open, the reasons can be leaky valves (regurgitation), too narrow (stenosis), or not opening properly (atresia). Heart and valve conditions can lead to a heart attack or progressive heart failure.

Blood pressure is the force of the blood pushing against the artery walls. The force is made with each heartbeat as blood is pumped from the heart into the blood vessels. High blood pressure, or hypertension, increases the risk of heart disease.

High cholesterol is a condition caused by excess cholesterol, a waxy, fatty substance in your body, which can lead to plaque buildup in your arteries. If not treated, high cholesterol can lead to heart disease and stroke.

We diagnose and manage LQTS, a heart rhythm disorder that can lead to fast heartbeats, fainting or sudden cardiac arrest. LQTS can come from medication or can be inherited. Our cardiology care team offers genetic testing and family screening to help identify at-risk relatives and provide early intervention. Your treatment plan may include medications, lifestyle changes or a pacemaker.

Mitral regurgitation occurs when the mitral valve does not close properly, allowing blood to leak backward in the heart. This can lead to symptoms such as shortness of breath, swelling or irregular heartbeat.

This condition occurs when there is inflammation of the heart muscle, often caused by viral infections or autoimmune responses. Myocarditis weakens the heart's ability to pump blood. Using advanced imaging, lab testing and personalized care plans, our cardiovascular care teams help manage symptoms like chest pain, fatigue or irregular heartbeat while working to prevent long-term heart damage.

When your heart feels a racing, pounding or fluttering sensation, you may be experiencing palpitations. This condition may be a symptom of an underlying heart rhythm issue. Using advanced diagnostic tools like EKG monitoring and stress testing, our heart care teams will identify the cause and develop a personalized care plan.

When the opening between the heart's upper chambers doesn't close completely after birth, you may have a condition called patent foramen ovale (PFO). While many people with a PFO experience no symptoms, in some cases, it can allow small blood clots to pass through and potentially contribute to events like migraine or stroke. Our compassionate heart care team provides treatment for PFO that includes minimally invasive closure when needed.

Pericarditis occurs when the tissue surrounding the heart becomes inflamed, causing sharp chest pain, heart failure and fluid buildup around the heart. Infections, autoimmune disease and injury can cause this inflammation.

PAD is a common condition that occurs when narrowed arteries filled with plaque reduce blood flow to the legs, arms and feet, often causing pain, cramping or numbness while walking.

We diagnose and treat post-myocardial infarction syndrome, also known as Dressler's syndrome. This heart condition occurs when you experience inflammation of the heart or surrounding tissues after a heart attack. Our heart specialists use imaging and lab tests to detect inflammation, and then we create a personalized treatment, such as medications, to help relieve symptoms and prevent complications.

Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. This condition can strain the heart and may cause symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness or swelling. Specialized care can help manage symptoms and support heart function.

Our cardiologist diagnoses and treats pulmonary valve disease, which occurs when the valve between the right lower chamber of the heart and the large artery leading to the lungs doesn't open or close correctly. This condition can occur if your valves are narrowed or leaky, disrupting blood flow to the lungs and forcing the heart to work harder. Pulmonary valve disease can be present at birth or develop with age and have symptoms of fatigue, shortness of breath or a heart murmur. Your cardiologist can treat pulmonary valve disease with balloon valvuloplasty or heart surgery.

Renal artery stenosis is a condition where the arteries that carry blood to the kidneys become narrowed, which can lead to high blood pressure and reduced kidney function. Our care teams take the time to listen to your health concerns and use personalized treatment plans to help restore proper blood flow.

Sick sinus syndrome is a condition where the heart's natural pacemaker doesn't work correctly, causing irregular heart rhythms. Symptoms like fatigue, dizziness or fainting can result from the heart beating too slowly, too quickly or switching between both. Your heart specialist may recommend medications or a pacemaker to help manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Our heart specialists diagnose and treat both stable and unstable angina. These are types of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. Using advanced cardiac testing, we determine how serious the condition is. Stable angina is predictable and happens when you exert yourself, but symptoms are relieved with rest or medication. Unstable angina is unpredictable and occurs when you're resting and is considered a medical emergency. Our heart teams will create a personalized treatment plan that may include lifestyle changes, medications or surgery to restore proper blood flow.

Our cardiology team specializes in diagnosing and treating stress cardiomyopathy, also known as Takotsubo syndrome or "broken heart syndrome." This temporary heart condition is often triggered by extreme emotional or physical stress, but can be mistaken for a heart attack. Stress hormones can cause a sudden weakening of the heart's left ventricle. Using imaging and cardiac testing, we provide a treatment plan to help the heart recover.

SVT is a type of heart arrhythmia that can be present at birth or develop with age. You can be diagnosed with SVT if your heart beats over 100 to 300 beats per minute. Patients may experience symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, chest discomfort or shortness of breath. If diagnosed, your cardiologist will create a treatment plan that could include medications, catheter ablation and lifestyle changes.

Our heart specialists treat syncope, also known as fainting, which is a sudden loss of consciousness. Heart rhythm problems, blood pressure changes, or other underlying conditions cause this condition. Using diagnostic tools like EKGs, Holter monitors and tilt table testing, we work to identify the cause of your fainting to reduce the risk of it happening again.

Tricuspid valve disease occurs when the valve between the right atrium (top chamber) and right ventricle (bottom chamber) of the heart fails to open or close properly, leading to either narrowing or leakage, which can cause blood to back up and force the heart to pump harder. As the condition worsens, symptoms such as fatigue, swelling in the legs or abdomen, shortness of breath or a fluttering in the neck veins will occur. Our cardiology team offers personalized care for tricuspid valve disease, including symptom management, to minimally invasive procedures or surgery if needed.

When the different heart valves begin to narrow, limiting blood flow to the heart, stenosis occurs, a blockage that forms in the valve, making your heart work harder and weakening the muscle. There are three types of valve stenosis: aortic, mitral and pulmonary. Aortic stenosis affects the blood flow to your body. Mitral stenosis affects the blood flow between the left atrium (top chamber) and left ventricle (bottom chamber).. Pulmonary affects the blood flow to your lungs. Don't delay care if you are experiencing shortness of breath, dizziness, heart pounding and chest pain. Your heart care team will create a treatment plan that may involve a procedure or surgery to help remove the blockage.