Coronary Artery Disease
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When chest discomfort or shortness of breath with exertion appears, it is worth considering coronary artery disease, also known as CAD.
What it is: It consists of the narrowing or hardening of the arteries that carry blood to the heart, which can reduce the flow of oxygen to the heart muscle.
Common symptoms: Pain or tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, fatigue, or discomfort that may spread to the arm or jaw during exertion.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist is the professional in charge of its evaluation, and the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon steps in for cases that require it. In the face of chest pain or symptoms that worry you, seeking a cardiology evaluation in a timely manner is the most prudent choice.
Data on 211 doctors who treat coronary artery disease
Which specialist treats coronary artery disease?
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is evaluated by a cardiologist, a heart specialist, who confirms the diagnosis through specific tests. A cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon may perform a procedure if needed. See these specialists if you have chest pain or shortness of breath with exertion.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in coronary artery disease
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Gerardo Arteaga Cárdenas
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Frequently asked questions
What is coronary artery disease?
When chest discomfort or shortness of breath with exertion appears, it is worth considering coronary artery disease, also known as CAD.
Which doctor treats coronary artery disease?
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is evaluated by a cardiologist, a heart specialist, who confirms the diagnosis through specific tests. A cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon may perform a procedure if needed. See these specialists if you have chest pain or shortness of breath with exertion.