A cardiology consultation is a detailed visit with a heart specialist to evaluate symptoms, risk factors, abnormal test results, or known cardiovascular disease. The goal is to identify the cause of the concern and create a clear, personalized care plan.

Heart and Vascular Specialists serves patients in Palos Heights, New Lenox, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Oak Lawn, Lemont, Homer Glen, and the southwest Chicago suburbs with patient-centered cardiovascular care.

Symptoms patients may notice

  • Chest pain, pressure, tightness, or discomfort
  • Shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling, or reduced stamina
  • Palpitations, dizziness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat
  • High blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking history, or family history
  • Abnormal EKG, echo, stress test, calcium score, or imaging result

How we evaluate this condition

  • Comprehensive history, physical exam, and medication review
  • EKG, echocardiogram, stress testing, rhythm monitoring, labs, or vascular testing when appropriate
  • Risk assessment and explanation of findings in understandable language

Treatment and care options

  • Personalized medication and lifestyle plan
  • Testing and follow-up tailored to symptoms and risk
  • Referral coordination for advanced procedures or specialty care when needed
  • Long-term prevention and cardiovascular health monitoring

When to seek urgent care

Call 911 for active chest pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting, stroke symptoms, or sudden severe weakness.

Schedule your cardiology consultation with Heart and Vascular Specialists.