Our Services

The providers at Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee use advanced electrophysiology procedures to find and treat the underlying cause of abnormal heart rhythm. These procedures are minimally invasive, restoring your heart rhythm while requiring only a short recovery time.

These procedures include:

• Radiofrequency Ablation

  An effective treatment for abnormal heart rhythm, this procedure uses radiofrequency energy to heat specific areas of the heart, destroying small areas of the damaged cardiac tissue and restoring your normal heart rhythm

• WATCHMAN™ Procedure

  The WATCHMAN™ procedure is a minimally invasive treatment that can reduce the chance of stroke and heart disease in at-risk patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation not caused by a heart valve problem.

  The procedure is safe, minimally invasive, and only requires a short hospital stay (typically less than 24 hours).

  Learn more about the minimally invasive WATCHMAN™ procedure.

• Pacemaker Placement

  Cardiac pacemaker placement is an interventional cardiology procedure that uses minimally a invasive catheterization technique to treat conditions such as coronary artery disease (CAD). A pacemaker is a small, implantable, battery-operated device that helps your heart beat in a regular rhythm by using painless electrical impulses.

To learn more about electrophysiology procedures or to schedule an appointment, contact the Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee today.

• Cardiac PET Scans

  Heart & Vascular Center is the first to offer PET/CT Stress Imaging in West Tennessee. This scan is used to diagnose cardiac diseases with higher accuracy by evaluating the blood flow and function of the heart. It is 3x faster than conventional stress tests, lasting less than 2 hours. It features better quality images than conventional stress tests and also gives fewer chances of false results and unnecessary invasive procedures

  LEARN MORE about the PET/CT scan.

• CAT Scan (CT)

  A highly advanced X-ray, this test uses a computer to produce cross-sectional images of your heart or blood vessels to diagnose heart conditions.

• Ultrasound

  An ultrasonography uses sound wave technology to create images of your internal organs, allowing doctors to evaluate your heart, blood vessels, and circulation.

• Cardiac Echocardiogram

  A cardiac echocardiogram uses sound wave technology to assess the structure and function of your heart.

• Coronary Calcium Scan

  Coronary calcium scans are used to identify early-stage heart disease by using advanced heart analysis technology. A coronary calcium scan checks for the buildup of calcium in plaque on the walls of the coronary arteries of the heart.

  This test can provide doctors with valuable information to diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease, preventing symptoms from worsening and reducing the chance of suffering from a potentially fatal cardiac emergency such as heart attack or stroke.

• Other Diagnostic Services Include:

  • Nuclear Stress Tests

  • Treadmill Stress Tests

  • X-rays

To learn more about these services or to schedule an appointment, contact Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee today.

• Varicose Vein Ablations

  Varicose vein ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that closes off affected veins using heat or chemicals. Once the vein is sealed, blood is redirected through healthier veins. Over time, the treated vein shrinks and is absorbed by the body, alleviating the painful and uncomfortable symptoms associated with varicose veins.

• Lower Extremity Angiogram

The team at Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee provides a broad spectrum of primary care services at clinic locations in Dyersburg and Lexington.

Conditions treated include:

• Colds and flu

• Diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Women’s health issues

• Asthma

• Urinary tract infections

• Depression and anxiety

• Headaches and migraines

• Thyroid disease

• Musculoskeletal injuries

• Chronic disease management

To learn more about primary care services or to schedule an appointment, contact Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee today.

Lab tests can assess heart health, such as checking blood cholesterol level, blood cell count, and more.

These portable devices continuously monitor and record your heart’s electrical activity for up to 48 hours.

This essential test compares the blood pressure in your feet to the blood pressure in your arms, helping to identify peripheral artery disease.

An EKG is a noninvasive test that measures the electrical activity of your heartbeat.

A pulmonary function test (PFT) is a group of tests used to assess the health and function of your lungs.

External Counterpulsation (ECP) therapy is an innovative treatment that improves symptoms and quality of life for those suffering from chronic angina, heart failure, or cardiomyopathy.

ECP therapy alleviates symptoms of ischemia (lack of blood supply to the heart) caused by heart conditions. During ECP therapy, your provider places blood pressure cuffs on your legs. These cuffs gently compress your blood vessels to the rhythm of your heartbeat, painlessly boosting blood flow to your heart.

Results from ECP therapy vary. Many patients find relief from chest pain after completing their series of treatments, while some patients are even able to reduce the amount of heart medication they take.

To find out more about external counterpulsation therapy or to schedule an appointment, contact Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee today.

During a nuclear wall study, your doctor uses small amounts of radioactive material to create detailed images of your heart and blood vessels to diagnose heart disease.