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Heart care designed for you

Cardiology (Heart)

Take control of your heart and cardiovascular health with personalized care that meets your exact needs. Heart disease remains the nation’s No. 1 health problem, yet an estimated 80% of premature heart attacks and strokes are preventable. Understanding your personal risk factors is one of the most powerful steps you can take toward protecting your heart.

Our cardiologists and heart care experts at Mayo Clinic Health System partner with you to help prevent heart disease, manage risk factors and deliver lifesaving treatment when you need it most. We offer services such as regular blood pressure screenings and specialty lipid clinics to provide a comprehensive view of your heart health, along with personalized lifestyle counseling to support your goals.

With advanced diagnostic technology and the collaborative expertise of Mayo Clinic, we bring high-quality, personalized heart care close to home. It’s heart care designed for you — and for the life you want to live.

Find out more about our cardiology services:

Conditions and consultations

Cardiologists and heart specialists are trained experts and work to provide an accurate diagnosis, provide consultations and a personalized treatment plan.

Conditions we treat include:

Aortic valve disease
Arrhythmia (heart rhythm)
Atrial fibrillation (Afib)
Atrial septal defect (ASD)
Congenital heart disease
Coronary artery disease
Heart disease
Heart failure
Heart valve disease
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Patent foramen ovale (PFO)
Peripheral artery disease

Diagnosis and treatments

When you need a cardiac evaluation or early treatment of a heart problem, we offer a range of non-invasive and minimally-invasive tests and procedures. Our high-tech equipment provide you with a precise and accurate diagnosis so your care team can determine the best treatment for you.

Cardiac catheterization procedures may be used to diagnose heart problems or as early interventional treatment. These minimally invasive procedures can treat problems that may cause larger issues such as a heart attack or stroke. Recovery time for cardiac catheterization procedures is quick and there is a minimal risk of complications to get you back to an active, healthy life.

Diagnostic tests include:

Ambulatory blood pressure monitor
Cardiac catheterization procedures
Cardiac monitoring (Holter monitor, 30 day, etc.)
Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Cardiac positron emission tomography (PET) scan
Coronary computed tomography (CT) angiogram
Echocardiogram
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Heart scan
Stress test

Treatments we provide include:

Angioplasty and stent placement
Aortic valve replacement
Atherectomy
Atrial septal defect (ASD) closure
Cardiac ablation
Cardiac rehabilitation
Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), or biventricular pacing
Catheter-based treatments
Coronary artery bypass surgery
Heart disease treatment
Hypertension treatment
Heart surgery
Heart valve repair or replacement
Implantable devices: Pacemaker, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD)
Left atrial appendage closure
Percutaneous patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Pulsed field ablation
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)

Cardiovascular surgery is performed by Mayo Clinic Health System's world-class surgical team in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, or at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Your local cardiology experts can manage your consultations and diagnostic tests, as well as preoperative and postoperative care. This approach ensures you receive the best heart care while minimizing travel and keeping you close to home and family. Mayo Clinic Health System is with you every step of the way, no matter the level of care needed in your health journey.

Cardiology specialists

Cardiology specialists at Mayo Clinic Health System deliver personalized, team based heart care supported by the expertise and collaboration of Mayo Clinic. From diagnosis to treatment and long term management, your care team works together to help you achieve the best possible heart health.

Additional care and therapies may be provided by:

Referrals

A referral may be required for Cardiology. Call your preferred Cardiology location to learn more.

If you're a provider, you can refer a patient online by phone or fax.

FAQ

How do I know if I am at risk for heart disease?

Find out if you are at risk by using this interactive cardiovascular disease calculator:

Do you provide heart care for children?

Yes. Mayo Clinic Health System provides heart care for children in Eau Claire and La Crosse. When your child needs heart care, you want answers that are clear, compassionate and close to home.

Our teams provide pediatric cardiology care for infants, children and adolescents, including evaluation and treatment of congenital heart defects, heart rhythm conditions and other heart concerns. Care is led by a pediatric cardiologist and supported by a multidisciplinary team focused on your child’s unique needs.

As part of the Mayo Clinic family, our Eau Claire and La Crosse teams collaborate with pediatric heart specialists in Rochester, Minnesota, when needed — so families in Northwest and Southwest Wisconsin can access advanced expertise while receiving care close to home

When should I make an appointment with Cardiology?

You should make an appointment with Cardiology if you have new, ongoing or worsening concerns about your heart health. Heart disease is often easier to treat when it’s found early.

Consider scheduling a cardiology appointment if you:

Have new or unexplained symptoms such as chest discomfort, shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness or palpitations
Have risk factors for heart disease, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes or a family history of heart disease
Have been told by another provider that you should see a heart specialist
Want to take steps to better understand or protect your heart health

If you’re unsure whether your symptoms require immediate care or a scheduled visit, your care team can help guide you. Call to schedule an appointment or discuss your concerns.

What are the warning signs of a heart attack?

A heart attack occurs when arteries supplying your heart with blood and oxygen become blocked. With each passing minute, more tissue is deprived of oxygen, and this tissue deteriorates or dies. Restoring blood flow within the first hour, when most damage occurs, is critical to survival.

Symptoms of a heart attack can include, but are not limited to:

Uncomfortable pressure, fullness or squeezing pain the center of your chest, lasting more than a few minutes.
Pain or discomfort in your shoulders, jaw, neck or arms.
Lightheadedness, fainting, sweating, nausea or shortness of breath.

Whether you suspect a heart attack or think it's just indigestion, act immediately. Be aware that you may not have all of these symptoms, and symptoms can come and go.

What to do if you suspect a heart attack

Follow these steps:

Call 911 first.
Sit quietly or lie down if you are feeling faint. Breathe slowly and deeply.
Take a single aspirin tablet, unless you are allergic to it.

Our Emergency Departmentcan assess your situation immediately. There, highly skilled and expertly trained emergency staff will perform tests to see if your pain is being caused by a heart attack. Within minutes, you'll be given an EKG and be evaluated by a physician. If you are having a heart attack, lifesaving treatment will begin immediately.

What is the STEMI Program?

Mayo Clinic Health System continually monitors its response times to ensure consistency and efficiency. The ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction, or STEMI, program is geared to quickly transfer and manage patients who are having a STEMI heart attack.

This type of heart attack suggests that a main artery has closed, and urgent treatment has been shown to improve survival and minimize heart damage. With one call, hospitals can activate transfer arrangements, and dedicated cardiac catheterization staff will immediately respond to ensure that you receive the most efficient and best care possible.

If the cause of your pain is uncertain, you'll remain under observation and be further evaluated to determine the cause and significance of your symptoms.

What should I expect during my first appointment, and what should I bring?

Your first appointment will include a full history evaluation. Diagnostic tests may be needed to determine next steps in your treatment plan. Depending on your needs, your care team may review preprocedural recommendations.

Appointment times vary depending on your symptoms or condition. Most initial appointments take at least 30 minutes.

Bring any imaging or medical records from non-Mayo Clinic Health System facilities. Visit our Medical Record Forms page to grant permission for others to access your protected health information or request a change to your health record.

What are my payment options and do you offer financial assistance?

Visit the billing page of your preferred location for information on insurance, billing and payments.

We serve patients in difficult financial circumstances and offer financial assistance to those who have an established need to receive medically necessary services. Learn more about financial assistance options.

Can you provide a second opinion?

Yes — simply call your preferred location to schedule an appointment. See What should I bring to my first appointment for tips on how to prepare.

What follow-up care do you provide after treatment?

After your heart treatment, we offer customized rehabilitation to match your needs. Our goal is to help you remain as active as possible at any age. We'll work with you to help you understand your condition and provide you with the tools and resources to manage it. We partner with our expert colleagues in Cardiac Rehabilitation, Diabetes Education, Genetic Counseling, Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine and Pulmonary Rehabilitation to initiate these plans.

What are the warning signs of a heart attack?

Symptoms of a heart attack can include, but are not limited to:

Uncomfortable pressure, fullness or squeezing pain the center of your chest, lasting more than a few minutes.
Pain or discomfort in your shoulders, jaw, neck or arms.
Lightheadedness, fainting, sweating, nausea or shortness of breath.

Whether you suspect a heart attack or think it's just indigestion, act immediately. Be aware that you may not have all of these symptoms, and symptoms can come and go.

If you believe you or someone else may be experiencing a heart attack:

Call 911 first.
Sit quietly or lie down if you are feeling faint. Breathe slowly and deeply.
Take a single aspirin tablet, unless you are allergic to it.

Do you have an after-hours number in case of emergency?

Always call 911 in case of an emergency. For after-hours help with other issues, get virtual care 24/7 through the Primary Care On Demand app or review our convenient care options.