Cardiovascular Accident
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A cardiovascular accident refers to a serious and sudden event that affects the heart or the circulation, such as the interruption of blood flow to a vital organ, and is considered a medical emergency.
Warning signs:
- Intense pain or pressure in the chest
- Difficulty breathing
- Sudden weakness or difficulty speaking
- Cold sweating and sudden malaise
When to see a doctor? In the face of symptoms of abrupt onset like those described, the indicated thing is to seek emergency care immediately.
Which specialist treats it? The emergency physician handles the acute phase, the cardiologist takes part in the study and follow-up of the heart, and the internist supports the comprehensive management. If you witness these symptoms in yourself or in another person, do not wait: prompt care makes the difference.
Data on 713 doctors who treat cardiovascular accident
Which specialist treats cardiovascular accident?
A cardiovascular event is mainly treated by a cardiologist, with support from an internist and an emergency medicine physician during the acute phase, and a thoracic surgeon if surgery is required. If you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or palpitations, seek emergency medical care right away.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cardiovascular accident
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
What is cardiovascular accident?
A cardiovascular accident refers to a serious and sudden event that affects the heart or the circulation, such as the interruption of blood flow to a vital organ, and is considered a medical emergency.
Which doctor treats cardiovascular accident?
A cardiovascular event is mainly treated by a cardiologist, with support from an internist and an emergency medicine physician during the acute phase, and a thoracic surgeon if surgery is required. If you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or palpitations, seek emergency medical care right away.