The role of the Cardiologist is to investigate symptoms, make a diagnosis and treat, in a non-surgical way, any condition related to the heart.
Symptoms that are dealt with include chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, tiredness related to exertion, dizziness, blackouts and ankle swelling.
The risk of developing heart disease is evaluated, and preventive measures advised, and healthy living encouraged.
A Cardio-oncologist assesses the cancer patient for cardiovascular problems before, during and after cancer treatment (chemotherapy and radiation). Cardiovascular problems may be caused by chemotherapy and radiation, or they may be inherent, making the outcome of cancer treatment worse if the cardiovascular problems are not detected and managed before commencing treatment.
This centre provides holistic care of the diabetic, cardiac and endocrine patient. The cardiologists work in conjunction with the diabetologists/endocrinologists.
