Stress Echocardiogram: Heart Function in Motion
Advanced Cardiac Imaging Under Exercise
A stress echocardiogram combines ultrasound imaging with exercise to evaluate how your heart functions under physical activity. At Dr. Avi Ishaaya Center, our experienced team performs this valuable diagnostic test in our state-of-the-art ultrasound suite, providing crucial insights into your cardiovascular health.
What Is a Stress Echo?
This diagnostic procedure captures ultrasound images of your heart before and immediately after exercise on a treadmill. By comparing these images, we can:
Evaluate blood flow to your heart
Assess heart muscle function during stress
Identify potential coronary artery blockages
Monitor heart valve function under exertion
Measure your heart's exercise tolerance
Who Should Consider This Test?
A stress echo may be recommended if you:
Experience chest pain or shortness of breath
Have known heart disease or heart valve problems
Need to evaluate the effectiveness of cardiac treatments
Require cardiac assessment before surgery
Want to determine safe exercise levels
Need to assess unexplained fatigue during activity
The Testing Experience
Preparation
Wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes
Avoid heavy meals before the test
Bring a list of your current medications
Plan for approximately one hour
Follow any specific instructions about medications
During the Test
Initial resting echocardiogram
Monitored exercise on a treadmill
Immediate post-exercise imaging
Continuous vital sign monitoring
Supervision by our experienced team
What to Expect
Professional care by our certified ultrasound technologist
Clean, private testing environment
Clear instructions throughout the procedure
Immediate medical supervision
Comprehensive result review with Dr. Ishaaya
Insurance Coverage
This test is typically covered by insurance when medically necessary. Our team will:
Verify your coverage
Obtain necessary authorizations
Address any insurance questions
Discuss any potential costs
Why Choose Our Center?
State-of-the-art ultrasound equipment
Experienced, certified technologists
Comfortable testing environment
Comprehensive result analysis
Integration with your overall cardiac care
Schedule Your Test
Take an active step in understanding your heart health. Contact Dr. Avi Ishaaya Center to schedule your stress echocardiogram or learn more about this valuable diagnostic tool.