Coronary Heart Disease
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Coronary heart disease, also known by its English abbreviation (CHD), is a condition in which the arteries that carry blood to the heart become narrowed or hardened, generally due to a buildup of plaque on their walls. This reduces blood flow to the heart muscle.
Associated factors: It is usually related to high blood pressure, cholesterol abnormalities, diabetes, smoking, and lifestyle.
Common symptoms: It may present with pain or tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, or fatigue with exertion, although at times it progresses silently.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist is the one who evaluates the heart and its arteries; in situations that require intervention, the cardiovascular surgeon may be added. In the case of chest discomfort or difficulty breathing, seeking timely medical care is the most sensible thing.
Data on 680 doctors who treat coronary heart disease
Which specialist treats coronary heart disease?
Coronary heart disease (CHD) should be evaluated by a cardiologist, a heart specialist who identifies the arterial compromise and determines treatment. A cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon gets involved if surgical management is required. You can book an appointment with either specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in coronary heart disease
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is coronary heart disease?
Coronary heart disease, also known by its English abbreviation (CHD), is a condition in which the arteries that carry blood to the heart become narrowed or hardened, generally due to a buildup of plaque on their walls. This reduces blood flow to the heart muscle.
Which doctor treats coronary heart disease?
Coronary heart disease (CHD) should be evaluated by a cardiologist, a heart specialist who identifies the arterial compromise and determines treatment. A cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon gets involved if surgical management is required. You can book an appointment with either specialist.