Preoperative Heart Risk Assessment
Heart Safety Before Surgery: Your Preoperative Guide
If you are preparing for a medical procedure, your surgeon may request a preoperative heart risk assessment. This evaluation is a vital safety check designed to ensure your heart is strong enough to handle the stress of surgery and anesthesia. Think of it as a comprehensive “safety inspection” that helps your medical team prevent complications like heart attacks or irregular heartbeats during or after your operation.
Why See a Cardiologist?
While your surgeon focuses on the procedure itself, a cardiologist focuses entirely on your cardiovascular health. This is important because surgery puts extra demand on your heart. A specialist can identify hidden heart conditions—such as weakened valves or narrowed arteries—that might not be obvious during a routine physical. By catching these issues early, we can create a plan to protect you, which significantly lowers your health risks and improves your overall quality of life and recovery.
The Arrowhead Advantage
At Arrowhead Cardiovascular Consultants, evaluations are offered in a convenient office location. Choosing our office over a large hospital system offers three major benefits:
- Lower Cost: Office-based evaluations are typically much more affordable than hospital visits.
- Convenience: You can avoid the crowds and long wait times of a hospital, receiving expert care in a streamlined, friendly environment.
- Timely Care: Getting in promptly for a cardiovascular assessment has never been easier. Call our office or conveniently self-schedule for a visit today.
Expert Care with Dr. Bunte
You are in excellent hands with Dr. Bunte. As a triple-board certified cardiologist and an award-winning “Top Doctor,” he has the advanced training and experience needed to handle even complex heart health histories. Our practice facilitates the entire process by offering on-site testing, including:
- EKGs: To check your heart’s electrical rhythm.
- Echocardiograms: An ultrasound to see how well your heart pumps.
- Stress Testing: To observe how your heart performs under pressure.
Why Choose Arrowhead Cardiovascular Consultants?
You are in expert hands with Dr. Bunte and the Arrowhead Cardiovascular Consultants team. Dr. Bunte is a triple-board certified cardiologist trained at the Cleveland Clinic and has been recognized as an award-winning “Top Doctor” for his high level of care. The Arrowhead Cardiovascular Consultants team is committed to effective and personalized evaluations of preoperative cardiovascular risk in a convenient and supportive office setting. Once your evaluation is complete, Dr. Bunte works directly with your surgeon to provide a ” clearance” report and a personalized heart care plan for your big day.
