Cardiology - Dignity Health Medical Group - Redding, CA

Cardiology (heart) care focuses on your heart and blood vessel health. Comprehensive heart care may include checkups, diagnostic tests and treatment for heart and vascular conditions. It also includes guidance on lifestyle habits that support your heart wellness. A cardiology clinic provides compassionate care for concerns such as chest discomfort, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat or high blood pressure.

A cardiologist specializes in caring for the circulatory system, which includes your heart and blood vessels. They diagnose heart conditions, perform heart-related tests and help guide treatment plans.

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Our cardiologists treat a full range of conditions affecting the heart and vascular system, such as:

• Arrhythmias
• Atherosclerosis
• Cardiomyopathy
• Carotid artery disease
• Congenital heart disease
• Congestive heart failure
• Coronary artery disease (heart disease)
• Familial lipid disorders
• Heart attack
• Heart failure
• Heart infection
• Heart valve disease
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)
• Supraventricular tachycardia

Whether you need a referral to see a cardiologist depends on your insurance plan. Many insurance plans allow you to schedule directly with a specialist at our cardiology clinic. Other plans may require a referral from your primary care provider (PCP). Your insurance provider can help confirm what your plan allows if you’re unsure.

Seeing a cardiologist doesn’t always mean something is seriously wrong. A cardiology appointment offers a way to stay proactive about your heart health and receive heart health support.

At Dignity Health Medical Group in Redding, our cardiologists specialize in preventive care. They check for symptoms and help detect heart conditions at early stages, as well as help prevent future problems.

Your body may show signs of heart problems over time. Contact a cardiologist for guidance if you experience symptoms including:

• Chest pressure or discomfort
• Heartbeat changes, such as fluttering or racing
• Shortness of breath
• Swelling in the legs or feet
• Unexplained fatigue

Some of these symptoms can also be signs of a heart attack. If you believe you or someone you know is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.

During your cardiology visit, your Dignity Health Medical Group provider will review your symptoms, medical history and overall health. They may check your vital signs, listen to your heart and recommend tests such as an electrocardiogram (EKG) or ultrasound imaging. The visit provides a supportive space to understand your heart health and create a plan for your care.

Yes, we offer expert care for women's heart health, including pregnancy-related heart disease. Our cardiologists teach you the best ways to keep your heart healthy and suggest diagnostic tests that can help find heart conditions early.

We know women face unique heart health challenges. Events like pregnancy, childbirth and menopause can put extra strain on a woman's body and affect her heart. That's why understanding your risk and getting the right care is so important.

Our electrophysiologists use the latest technology available to detect, diagnose and treat problems related to the heart’s electrical system. These problems can cause irregular heart rhythms called arrhythmias.

At Dignity Health Medical Group in Redding, we offer:

• Catheter ablation, including robot-assisted ablation
• Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) placement, including subcutaneous ICD placement
• Pacemaker placement, including leadless pacemaker placement
• Pacemaker or ICD replacement
• Specialized procedures for atrial fibrillation

Heart disease happens when fatty deposits called plaque build up inside the coronary arteries of your heart. This buildup can reduce blood flow, which can result in common warning signs such as:

• Chest discomfort
• Fatigue (extreme tiredness) or weakness
• Irregular or fast heart rate
• Shortness of breath
• Swelling in the legs or feet

If you notice any of these symptoms, it is recommended to schedule an appointment with a cardiologist for specialized support. If you require emergency care, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately.

You can still proactively explore your heart health, even without current symptoms or concerns. Take our online heart health questionnaire by answering a few questions about your health history and lifestyle. Upon completion, you will receive personalized insights designed to help guide conversations with your health care provider about heart health and preventive care.