Understanding Your Heart Health: Essential Tests and What They Reveal

Maintaining a healthy heart is about more than just eating well and exercising—regular diagnostic testing is key to understanding your heart’s condition and preventing complications. At Cardiology Consultants, we offer a range of advanced diagnostic procedures to evaluate heart function, detect blockages, and guide personalized treatment plans.
SPECT Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI)
SPECT MPI is a non-invasive imaging test that shows how well blood flows through your heart muscle. It helps detect areas with reduced blood supply, often caused by blockages in the coronary arteries.
Why it matters: By identifying problem areas early, SPECT MPI allows our team to recommend targeted interventions, whether that’s lifestyle modifications, medications, or procedures like angioplasty.
“The SPECT scan gave me peace of mind. I knew exactly what was happening with my heart and could take action before it got worse.” – Jane D., Fort Myers
Stress Testing
Stress testing evaluates how your heart performs under physical activity or simulated stress conditions. It can uncover hidden heart issues that may not appear at rest.
Why it matters: Stress tests help identify irregular heart rhythms, reduced blood flow, or other functional problems, guiding safe exercise recommendations and treatment planning.
“During the stress test, the team explained every step. It was reassuring to understand how my heart responds to activity.” – Mark T., Cape Coral
Echocardiograms
An echocardiogram uses ultrasound waves to create images of the heart’s structure and function. It provides insight into heart muscle strength, valve function, and overall pumping efficiency.
Why it matters: Echocardiograms help detect conditions like cardiomyopathy, valve disease, and heart failure, giving doctors a clear picture to guide treatment decisions.
“The echocardiogram was quick and painless, but it told us so much about my heart. The results shaped my treatment plan perfectly.” – Lisa M., Fort Myers
Why Regular Testing is Important
Many heart conditions can develop silently. By combining these tests, our cardiologists gain a comprehensive view of your heart health, allowing for early detection, timely intervention, and personalized care plans.
Tips for Patients:
- Bring any home monitoring data, such as blood pressure or wearable heart-rate logs.
- Keep track of symptoms like shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or palpitations.
- Discuss family history of heart disease with your doctor.
Take Charge of Your Heart Health
At Cardiology Consultants, we’re committed to using the latest diagnostic technology to give you accurate, actionable information about your heart. Early detection and tailored care can help you stay active, healthy, and confident in your heart health journey.
Call us today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation and take the next step toward a healthier heart.