Heart Failure
What Is Heart Failure?
Heart failure is a condition where the heart does not pump blood as well as it should. This does not mean the heart has stopped, but it means it is weaker or stiffer than normal. When this happens, the body may not get enough oxygen to support normal body functions. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs or feet.
Why Seeing a Cardiologist Is Important
Heart failure is a serious condition that needs expert care. Dr. Bunte has specialized training to diagnose and manage this condition. Early care can help prevent heart failure from getting worse and avoid complications. Dr. Bunte’s top priority is to help his patients with heart failure to understand the condition and how they can avoid unnecessary complications and improve their quality of life. Dr. Bunte enjoys working with his patients in a team with primary care and other specialists. This team-based care approach helps to monitor heart failure symptoms and manage treatment over time to meet each patient’s needs and reduce the risk of unnecessary hospital visits.
Convenient In-Office Evaluation and Treatment
Experience the difference of team-based care in heart failure management with Arrowhead Cardiovascular Consultants. Office-based care is often more accessible than hospital-based services and allows for quicker appointments and consistent care from a team that knows your story and cares about you.
At Arrowhead Cardiovascular Consultants, heart failure evaluations are offered in a convenient office location. Evaluations often include:
- Detailed medical history and physical exam
- Heart imaging, often including an echocardiogram
- Electrocardiograms (EKG)
- Lab testing to assess overall health
- Surveys of heart failure-related symptoms
Treatment plans are personalized and may include:
- Home-based monitoring of your blood pressure and weights
- Medications to help the heart pump more effectively
- Lifestyle changes like reducing salt intake and increasing activity
- Nutrition counseling to support a heart-healthy diet
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Recording symptoms of heart failure and impact on your quality of life over time
- Ongoing monitoring and follow-up visits
Lowering Risk and Improving Quality of Life
Early evaluation and treatment of heart failure can reduce symptoms and slow disease progression. This helps lower the risk of complications and hospitalizations. Patients often experience improved breathing, better energy levels, and a higher quality of life.
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 management of heart failure in a convenient and supportive office setting.
