Heart health is something to take seriously, and detecting potential cardiac issues early can make a huge difference in recovery rates. At South Tampa Cardiology, we offer a variety of cardiac imaging services. The best heart imaging tests for a given individual will depend on their own unique situation. Our experienced cardiology team can assess each patient and will recommend the most suitable scan based on their age, medical history, and risk factors.
Our Advanced Cardiac Imaging Equipment
Our advanced cardiac imaging center is equipped with a variety of state of the art imaging devices, enabling us to offer a wide range of scans and services, including:
- Arineta SpotLight™ Duo CT Scanner
- EPIQ 7 Ultrasound System
- Echocardiograms
- Cardiac MRIs
- CT coronary angiograms
- Vascular ultrasound
- Nuclear cardiology
- Stress testing
- Preventative cardiology
These advanced imaging techniques can accurately identify potential cardiac issues, helping those who are at risk of obstructive coronary artery disease get the treatment they require while helping those who do not require invasive treatments avoid unnecessary referrals.
Diagnostic catheterization can be painful, may require a high dose of radiation, and carries the risks associated with invasive procedures. By using non-invasive diagnostic techniques as a first step, Dr. Morales offers a chance for people to get peace of mind when it comes to their heart health.
We use the Arineta SpotLight™ Duo CT scanner, a whole-heart, single beat CT scanner that offers crisp, high-quality 3D images of the heart. Because this scanner produces images so quickly, it does so with a lower dose of radiation than traditional scanners, making the process a safer option for patients.
Our lab is also equipped with an EPIQ 7 Ultrasound System. This system creates high-quality images, optimized down to the pixel. Unlike previous generation scanners that created their images line-by-line, this scanner produces clear images that are easier to assess, allowing for a more accurate diagnosis.
Cardiac Imaging from Dr. Alberto Morales, MD
Dr. Alberto Morales, MD is a board-certified doctor who specializes in Cardiovascular Medicine and Internal Medicine. He is passionate about cardiovascular help and created the South Tampa Cardiology clinic in order to help people by diagnosing heart disease early, thereby increasing the likelihood of positive outcomes from treatment. Dr. Morales has been named one of Tampa Magazine’s Top Docs for the last three consecutive years and is committed to offering his patients the most professional service and cutting edge diagnostic tools.
Working with an experienced team, Dr. Morales offers patients access to modern preventative testing options to identify heart disease when it’s in its earliest stages. These diagnostic options can spot signs that are often missed during routine screenings.
If you find yourself in need of cardiac imaging in Tampa, turn to Dr. Alberto Morales, MD and the team of cardiologists at South Tampa Cardiology. Contact us today to book a consultation.