Non-Invasive Cardiology

Comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic options for non-surgical treatments of cardiac conditions using non-surgical techniques

Advanced cardiac imaging is one of the outstanding strengths we offer patients.

At the WVU Heart and Vascular Institute, our non-invasive cardiology team uses state-of-the-art equipment and cutting-edge non-invasive methods to diagnosis heart disease. Advanced imaging technologies have dramatically improved the ability to detect and treat cardiovascular disease at an early stage. Patients who are at increased risk for heart disease, either because of genetics or lifestyle choices, are especially well served by today’s enhanced technology. Non-invasive cardiac procedures can allow the achievement of similar results of procedures that are more invasive, but with less risk, no exposure to radiation (X-Rays), and fewer needles. There is little to no pain associated with ultrasounds and the procedures are much shorter than more invasive testing.

Advanced Cardiac Imaging Services

Advanced nuclear cardiology with state-of-the-art techniques for perfusion mapping
Viability assessments
Cardiac amyloidosis imaging
Cardiovascular inflammation imaging
Advanced echocardiography
Cardiac CT and MRI

Services and Procedures

Diagnostic procedures performed at the WVU Heart and Vascular Institute include:

640-Slice CT scan
Abdominal aorta ultrasound
Aortography
Arrhythmia mapping
Cardiac MRI
Carotid ultrasound
Computerized Tomography (CT) scan
CT angiography
D SPECT
Echocardiogram
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Electrophysiological studies (EPS)
Event monitors
Holter monitoring
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Non-invasive flow studies
Radioisotope examinations of the heart
Signal-averaging EGG
Stress testing
Tilt table
Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)
Vascular ultrasound

Learn more about the PET-CT Center.

Things to know before undergoing a procedure

Most of our procedures are short, but plan on spending a couple of hours to account for checking in on the ground floor, walking to the department, and completing your test.
If you are having a stress test we recommend that you wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothes; as though you were going to the gym or to exercise.
You cannot eat prior to a stress test or a TEE. If you are having these procedures and need to take your morning medications, do so with a small sip of water. Please consult your physician if you have any questions about how you should take your medications prior to your procedure.
If you are having a TEE you must have an individual available to drive you home following the test due to the sedation you will be given. If you do not have a person to take you home, your test will be rescheduled to a time that can have a ride arranged.

For more information or to schedule an appointment,
call 855-WVU-CARE (855-988-2273) or schedule online.

Our Non-Invasive Cardiology Faculty

Abbas Ali, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV

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Sudarshan Balla, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV

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Kristen Bell, DO

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV
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Robert Biederman, MD

Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV
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Kevin Felpel, DO

Associate Professor Non-Invasive and Heart Failure Cardiology Morgantown, WV View Profile →

Daniel Brito Guzman, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV
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Ruby Havistin, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown
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Brian Kazienko, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV
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James Mills, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV
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Lakshmi Muthukumar, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV
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Brijesh Patel, DO

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive and Heart Failure Cardiology Morgantown, WV

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Irfan Zeb, MD

Assistant Professor Non-Invasive Cardiology Morgantown, WV
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Locations

Through partnerships and affiliations with local hospitals and clinics, we bring access to complete comprehensive care for patients across West Virginia, and into surrounding regions, including Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, and beyond.