Stress Testing

Cardiac stress testing to evaluate heart function, detect coronary artery disease, and guide treatment decisions.

Treadmill Stress Testing with EKG Monitoring Lexiscan (Pharmacologic) Stress Testing Nuclear Cardiac Studies Cardiac Risk Factor Assessment

We utilize multiple methods of Cardiac Stress Testing

Key/New Equipment Used:

Treadmill with computerized component for calculating information and EKG monitoring
Lexican medication testing

Stress Tests

Cardiac Stress Tests are performed for detection of coronary artery disease and also to help evaluate functional capacity of patients, with a licensed provider in attendance, ACLS certified nurse and certified nuclear technician. There is a focus on risk factors for heart attack with appropriate follow-up and education.

Preparation

Patients should be knowledgeable and well prepared by their health care physician or advanced practice provider for the specific test ordered, i.e., NPO status, possible need for IV start, what medications to take.