- Medical Weight LossAtherosclerosis is plaque buildup in the arteries, which carry blood from the heart to other organs in the body. When arteries become damaged, fats and cholesterol can build up and cause them to harden, restricting blood traveling to the organs. Blocked arteries can lead to chest pain (angina), heart attack, and stroke. Arterial blockages can affect almost any part of the body. Plaque buildup in the leg arteries can lead to pain while walking, while plaque buildup in the gut arteries can lead to pain after eating and weight loss. Treatment usually involves lifestyle changes, medication, and sometimes invasive procedures. If there is a dangerous amount of plaque buildup, catheterization and stent placement or bypass surgery may be needed. We assess and treat all of these related conditions.
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- Emergency CareWe offer a full range of testing, diagnostic, and treatment services at six locations in Schenectady, Amsterdam, Clifton Park, and Gloversville. We are available by phone to our patients 24/7. Our physicians are also available to further your care at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam, and Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville, working closely with the Emergency Department at each location.
- ElectrocardiogramAlso known as a stress test, or exercise treadmill test, this exam assesses the heart’s response to exercise by performing an electrocardiogram (ECG) during a walk on a treadmill. This test is often used when blockages in the heart arteries (known as coronary artery disease) is suspected. Sticky electrodes are placed on the chest and a blood pressure cuff is placed on the arm. You then walk on a treadmill. The speed and incline of the treadmill are increased gradually. The test is terminated when you are fatigued.
- UltrasoundWe perform stress testing, cardiac imaging, cardiac ultrasound, vascular imaging, and other cardiology tests for diagnosing heart and vascular disease in our offices. Read more about how each of the cardiology tests works and when it is needed. Here you can also find instructions on how to prepare for your exam...
- RadiologyOur pulmonary embolism response team program’s mission is to provide swift, multidisciplinary, coordinated, state-of-the-art emergency care for patients with a pulmonary embolism. Cardiology Associates of Schenectady is a founding member of the nationwide PERT Consortium and the first practice in the region with coordinated care for pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Our multidisciplinary team is composed of pulmonology, cardiology, radiology, and cardiothoracic surgery specialists. When appropriate, the team employs advanced pulmonary embolism treatment devices including the Penumbra and EKOS catheter-assisted clot removal systems.
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- Computed TomographyA CT coronary angiogram checks for coronary artery disease, or narrowed arteries in your heart. It may be ordered to help understand why a patient is experiencing chest pain or to determine if you may be at risk for a heart attack. We also use CT angiograms in preparation for ablation of some arrhythmias, as well as before selected minimally invasive valve procedures. First, you will have an IV placed to inject x-ray dye that is visible on a CT scan. The doctor will then use the CT scanner to produce x-ray images of your heart and its arteries and check for blockages.
- Vascular SurgeryPeripheral vascular disease (PVD), also called peripheral arterial disease (PAD), is a type of vascular disease that involves blockages in blood vessels outside the heart. PVD most often occurs in the neck and legs, and it is most commonly caused by atherosclerosis. Treatment may include lifestyle changes, medication, and in some cases angioplasty, stent placement, and/or vascular surgery.