Preventive cardiology focuses on identifying and managing cardiovascular risk factors before serious heart disease develops or progresses. It may include assessment of blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes risk, lifestyle factors, weight, physical activity and other individual risk factors.

People with risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, smoking, physical inactivity or a family history of cardiovascular disease may benefit from discussing preventive heart-health evaluation with a healthcare professional.

Some patients may be considered for non-surgical or non-invasive approaches, while others may require medications or procedures. A qualified healthcare professional should determine the appropriate treatment after evaluation.

The best treatment for coronary heart disease depends on the individual patient. Treatment may include lifestyle changes, medications, cardiac rehabilitation, non-surgical treatments like EECP therapy, Chelation therapy, Ozone therapy.

EECP is a non-invasive treatment option that may be considered for selected patients with chronic angina who want to avoid or delay surgery.

Yes, some patients with coronary heart disease may be managed without surgery through lifestyle changes, medications, and selected non-invasive treatments such as EECP.

No. Cardiovascular conditions and risk factors vary from person to person. Treatment recommendations should be based on an individual’s symptoms, medical history, examination, investigations and overall health.