Cardiac Express Clinic: When You Need Answers About Your Heart Health
When a heart health concern arises, many patients are left with the same question: What should I do next?
While some symptoms require emergency medical attention, other cardiovascular concerns don’t classify as an emergency but still deserve prompt evaluation. The Oklahoma Heart Hospital Cardiac Express Clinic was created to help patients take that first step.
Located on the Oklahoma Heart Hospital North campus, the Cardiac Express Clinic serves as an accelerated entry point to cardiovascular care. Patients receive a comprehensive evaluation from a cardiovascular Advanced Practice Provider (APP), can begin diagnostic testing when appropriate, and may be connected with a cardiologist for ongoing care.
A faster path to cardiovascular evaluation
The Cardiac Express Clinic is designed for patients who need a timely cardiovascular evaluation and want to establish care with Oklahoma Heart Hospital.
Many patients seek care after developing symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath, swelling, fatigue, or changes in exercise tolerance. Some have been advised by a primary care provider to seek further evaluation from a cardiologist. The clinic also provides an option for returning patients who have not been seen in several years and want to reconnect with an OHH physician.
Appointments at the Cardiac Express Clinic are often available within one to three days, which helps patients begin the evaluation process quickly.
What happens during a Cardiac Express Clinic appointment?
Patients are evaluated by a cardiovascular APP who works directly with Oklahoma Heart Hospital’s cardiologists.
During the visit, the provider reviews symptoms, medical history, medications, risk factors, and other information that may help explain what a patient is experiencing. This evaluation allows the provider to determine whether additional testing is needed and what the next steps should be.
Depending on the patient’s symptoms and clinical findings, the provider may order diagnostic testing to gather additional information about heart function, heart rhythm, and overall cardiovascular health.
Many patients who begin care at the Cardiac Express Clinic will complete diagnostic testing prior to seeing an OHH cardiologist, which means they can often receive a diagnosis and begin discussing treatment options at their first regular appointment.
When to use the Cardiac Express Clinic
The Cardiac Express Clinic is appropriate for patients with non-emergency heart health concerns who need evaluation and guidance regarding next steps.
Patients experiencing chest pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting, signs of a heart attack, or other emergency symptoms should seek immediate medical attention. The Oklahoma Heart Hospital Emergency Room remains the best choice for urgent and life-threatening cardiovascular conditions.
Schedule your appointment at the Cardiac Express Clinic
Questions about heart health can create uncertainty, particularly when symptoms are new or becoming more noticeable over time. Early evaluation can provide answers, identify potential concerns, and help determine whether additional testing or treatment is needed.
If you have concerns about your heart health, would like to establish cardiovascular care, or have not seen a cardiologist in several years, the Oklahoma Heart Hospital Cardiac Express Clinic can help you get started. Schedule your appointment today and take the next step toward a stronger, healthier heart.