Heart Failure
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Heart failure is a condition in which the heart cannot pump blood with the efficiency needed to meet the body's demands. It is usually a chronic condition that requires follow-up.
Frequent symptoms:
- Shortness of breath with exertion or when lying down
- Swelling in the legs, ankles, or abdomen
- Fatigue and reduced tolerance to activity
Common causes: It may result from hypertension, coronary artery disease, valve problems, or other cardiac conditions.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist is the go-to doctor, with support from the internist in comprehensive management. If you notice symptoms like these, a cardiology evaluation allows the case to be studied and appropriate support to be provided.
Data on 11,066 doctors who treat heart failure
Which specialist treats heart failure?
Heart failure is mainly treated by a cardiologist, a heart specialist. An internist, a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, a geriatrician, or a critical care specialist may also be involved, and a general practitioner can provide an initial assessment. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in heart failure
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is heart failure?
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart cannot pump blood with the efficiency needed to meet the body's demands. It is usually a chronic condition that requires follow-up.
Which doctor treats heart failure?
Heart failure is mainly treated by a cardiologist, a heart specialist. An internist, a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, a geriatrician, or a critical care specialist may also be involved, and a general practitioner can provide an initial assessment. Find these specialists.