Baron Cardiology Group offers a complete range of tests to help diagnose and treat heart problems. Testing may include any or all of the following:

Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
An electrocardiogram records the electrical activity of the patient’s heart and provides information about his/her heart’s rhythm, anatomy, and function.

Echocardiogram
An echocardiogram directly images a patient’s heart. It shows the pumping action, evaluates the function of the heart valves, and detects anatomic abnormalities in the heart. During the test, electrodes are placed on the patient’s chest to monitor his/her heart rhythm. The heart is then imaged by an ultrasound transducer, which is held against the chest wall in different positions.

Stress Testing
A stress test evaluates a patient’s heart under conditions of physical activity. It analyzes the blood supply to the heart muscle and also provides information about the condition of the heart. Additionally, it can evaluate abnormalities of cardiac rhythm. During the test, electrodes are placed on the patient’s chest and his/her EKG is recorded while at rest, then while walking on a treadmill at varying speeds and elevations, and then following exercise. The patient’s blood pressure is also monitored regularly during the test.

Holter Monitoring
Like an EKG, a Holter monitor records the rhythm of a patient’s heart, but for a longer period of time (up to 48 hours). During the test, the patient is given a small portable recorder that’s attached to his/her chest by several electrodes. All electrical activity experienced while wearing the device is recorded and automatically sent to the office where it is printed out and evaluated.

Cardiac Event Monitoring
Like an EKG and a Holter monitor, cardiac event monitors record the rhythm of a patient’s heart, but over a much longer period of time (up to 30 days). During the test, the patient wears a device, and when symptoms are experienced, he/she presses a button on the device to make a recording of the heart activity that just occurred. This information is then automatically sent to the office where it is printed out and evaluated.