Patient information

Plain notes before a cardiology visit.

These articles are general information for patients and families. They cannot replace a consultation.

Chest pain: when to go to emergency and when to book a consult

Not all chest pain is a heart attack, but some symptoms should not wait.

Angiogram vs angioplasty

The difference between seeing the artery and treating it.

LDL cholesterol after a heart attack or stent

Why the target is often lower than patients expect.

What to bring to a first cardiology appointment

Reports and medicine details that save time and prevent guesswork.