Convenient Virtual Cardiology Consultations

At Los Angeles Heart Specialists, we believe expert cardiac care should be accessible when and where you need it. Our telecardiology program brings the expertise of our board-certified cardiologists directly to you through secure video consultations and remote monitoring technology.

The Future of Cardiac Care is Here

Telecardiology represents a fundamental shift in how cardiac care can be delivered. While nothing replaces hands-on examination and diagnostic testing, many aspects of cardiac care can be effectively managed through virtual visits:

• Routine follow-up appointments
• Medication reviews and adjustments
• Discussion of symptoms and concerns
• Review of test results and imaging
• Risk factor counseling and education
• Post-procedure check-ins
• Chronic condition management

Our telecardiology services complement our in-person care, providing flexibility and convenience while maintaining the high-quality care you deserve.

Who Benefits from Telecardiology?

Virtual cardiac care is ideal for:

Busy Professionals When your schedule makes it difficult to take time for office visits, telecardiology allows you to connect with your cardiologist during lunch breaks or between meetings.

Mobility-Limited Patients For those with difficulty traveling due to health conditions, age, or disability, virtual visits eliminate transportation barriers.

Follow-Up Care Many post-procedure and routine follow-up appointments can be conducted virtually, saving you time and effort while maintaining necessary monitoring.

Rural and Distant Patients If you live far from our office, telecardiology reduces travel burden while providing access to specialist care.

Mild Symptoms When you’re experiencing new but non-urgent symptoms, a virtual visit can help determine whether you need to come in or can be managed with medication adjustments.

Our Telecardiology Services

Video Consultations

Connect face-to-face with your cardiologist through our secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. During your appointment, you can:

• Discuss your symptoms and concerns
• Review your medications and make adjustments
• Go over test results and imaging
• Receive education about your condition
• Get your questions answered

Our video visits are conducted by the same cardiologists who provide in-person care, ensuring continuity and quality.

Remote Heart Monitoring

For patients with arrhythmias, heart failure, or other conditions requiring ongoing surveillance, we offer remote monitoring options:

Heart Rhythm Monitors Portable devices that track your heart rhythm and transmit data to our team, allowing us to detect and respond to rhythm changes promptly.

Blood Pressure Monitoring Connected devices that help you track blood pressure at home, with data shared with your care team for optimization of your treatment.

Pacemaker and ICD Remote Monitoring If you have an implanted cardiac device, remote monitoring allows us to check device function and your heart rhythm without requiring an office visit.

Medication Management

Managing cardiac medications effectively requires regular review and adjustment. Through telecardiology, we can:

• Evaluate medication effectiveness
• Adjust doses based on your response
• Address side effects
• Send prescriptions directly to your pharmacy
• Coordinate with your other healthcare providers

How It Works

1. Schedule Your Appointment

Book your telecardiology visit online through our patient portal or by calling our office. We offer flexible scheduling including early morning and evening appointments to accommodate your schedule.

2. Prepare for Your Visit

Before your appointment, gather relevant information:

• List of current medications
• Recent blood pressure and weight readings
• Specific questions or concerns
• Any new symptoms to discuss

3. Connect Securely

At your appointment time, click the secure link we email you. Our platform works on smartphones, tablets, and computers, no special software required.

4. Your Virtual Visit

Your cardiologist will join the video call and conduct your appointment. Feel free to have family members join if you’d like their input or support.

5. After Your Visit

You’ll receive a visit summary including any medication changes, recommendations, and follow-up instructions. Prescriptions are sent electronically to your pharmacy.

When to Come In Person

While telecardiology handles many needs effectively, some situations require in-person evaluation:

• Initial consultations for new patients (often)
• Physical examination when needed
• Diagnostic testing (ECG, echocardiogram, stress test)
• Procedures and interventions
• Urgent or concerning symptoms
• Device implantation or adjustment

Our team will advise you if your concern requires an in-person visit. We can often conduct an initial virtual visit to discuss your situation and then schedule appropriate in-person care if needed.

Technology Made Simple

We’ve designed our telecardiology platform to be simple and accessible:

No Downloads Required: Access your visit through any web browser Device Flexible: Works on phones, tablets, and computers Test Your Connection: Check your setup before your appointment Technical Support: Our team can help if you encounter issues

If you’re not comfortable with technology, family members can help you connect, or our staff can walk you through the process.

Secure and Private

Your privacy is our priority. Our telecardiology platform is:

• HIPAA compliant
• Encrypted end-to-end
• Accessed only by authorized healthcare providers
• Never recorded without explicit consent

Start Using Telecardiology

Ready to experience the convenience of virtual cardiac care? Contact Los Angeles Heart Specialists to schedule your telecardiology appointment. Whether you’re an existing patient looking for convenient follow-up or interested in establishing care with our practice, we’re here to help.

Telecardiology brings expert heart care to you, wherever you are.