At Medical Clinic of Houston, L.L.P. (MCH), we offer a comprehensive range of non-invasive cardiology diagnostics to evaluate the health of your heart and cardiovascular system. Our Non-Invasive Diagnostic and Cardiology Department, located on the second floor of the clinic, provides high-quality diagnostic tests ordered by your physician to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of cardiovascular conditions.
Our board-certified cardiologists interpret most cardiology tests, and results are typically available to your physician within two business days. Contact your physician’s office for questions regarding lab results, to obtain diagnostic testing information, or to schedule testing.
Comprehensive Cardiology Diagnostic Tests
Our clinic offers a variety of outpatient diagnostic tests to assess your heart health. These tests are designed to provide detailed information about the function and structure of your cardiovascular system, allowing for timely intervention and care. Some of the primary diagnostic tests we offer include:
Stress Testing
Stress testing is performed to assess the heart’s function under physical exertion. This test combines with EKG may be conducted using:
- Exercise treadmill testing
- Pharmacologic stress testing (for patients unable to exercise)
PET-CT Scan: A Positron Emission Tomography-Computed Tomography (PET-CT) scan combines two imaging techniques, PET and CT, to provide detailed images of both the structure and function of organs and tissues in the body.
- PET-CT scans are used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Diagnosing heart disease: PET-CT scans can detect areas of reduced blood flow to the heart.
- Detecting cancer: PET-CT scans are highly sensitive at detecting small tumors and metastases (spread of cancer).
- Monitoring cancer treatment: PET-CT scans can track how well cancer treatments are working.
- Planning cancer surgery and radiation therapy: PET-CT scans can provide precise information about the location and size of tumors, which helps surgeons and radiation oncologists plan the best possible treatment.
Additional Cardiac Diagnostic Studies
In addition to PET-CT scans and stress testing, we also provide several other cardiac diagnostic studies to monitor and evaluate heart health:
- Echocardiograms: Ultrasound imaging of the heart to assess its structure and function.
- Carotid Artery Doppler: An ultrasound test to evaluate blood flow in the carotid arteries.
- Holter and Event Monitors: Portable devices to continuously monitor heart rhythms.
- Lower Extremity Venous Doppler: An ultrasound test to evaluate blood flow in the veins of the legs.
- Resting EKGs: A test to measure the electrical activity of your heart.
Additional Diagnostic Tests
Beyond cardiology-specific diagnostics, we also offer a range of other non-invasive diagnostic tests, including:
- Spirometry (Pulmonary Function Testing): Measures lung function to assess conditions such as asthma and COPD.
- Audiometry: Tests for hearing function.
- Vision Testing: Screening for vision problems, including color blindness.
These tests are performed by certified and licensed professionals using the latest technologies to ensure accurate results and patient care.
Accredited Services for Quality Care
At MCH, our nuclear cardiology, cardiac PET/CT, and echocardiography services are accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Committee (IAC). This accreditation ensures that our facility meets the highest standards of quality in patient care and diagnostic testing.
Our technologists are licensed or certified in their respective areas, including certifications from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Cardiovascular Credentialing International, Texas Department of State Health Services, and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
Convenient Hours and Contact Information
Our Non-Invasive Diagnostic and Cardiology Department is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are here to help you with all your diagnostic needs. To schedule an appointment, or if you have any questions, please contact us at (713) 526-5511 ext. 2601.
If you have a prescription or orders for diagnostic testing from an outside physician, please fax the completed order (with patient demographics, diagnosis, MD signature, and if applicable, creatinine results and draw date) to (713) 807-4974. Our department will then contact you to schedule your testing.
Schedule Your Non-Invasive Cardiology Test Today
If you need cardiology diagnostic testing in Houston, MCH is here to provide expert care and timely results. Contact us today to schedule your test or consult with one of our experienced cardiologists.
Call us now at (713) 526-5511 ext. 2601 or contact us directly to get started.
