Offering individualized care for a wide range of vascular issues, Dr. Vincent Noori is a Board Certified physician at Mercy's Vascular Center.
Mercy doctors offer a breakthrough treatment for hepatitis C that cures most patients and saves lives. Hepatitis C is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis C virus and can lead to permanent liver damage if untreated.
Dr. David Riseberg, Chief of Medical Oncology and Hematology at Mercy, leads a team of Board Certified physicians who provide compassionate care and comprehensive treatment plans.
Mercy offers emergency care on the Downtown Baltimore campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (410-332-9477) with access to a trained emergency medicine team, diagnostic services and consultations with specialists.
In case of an Emergency, Dial 911 and follow the instructions of the EMS (Emergency Medical Services) team.
Mercy Medical Center's downtown campus includes our Main Hospital - The Mary Catherine Bunting Center, McAuley Plaza and The Weinberg Center.
General visiting hours at Mercy are 11:00 am to 8:30 pm. Hours vary by floor, please check with the nursing staff or call 410-332-9555.
The doctors of The Heart Center at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for various conditions of the heart. Our cardiologists have experience in the use of stress testing for cardiovascular disease.
Stress testing, sometimes called exercise or treadmill testing, measures blood flow to the heart muscle in physical exertion and at rest. During this test the body will work harder, causing the heart to pump more blood. An EKG and blood pressure monitor will record how the heart is working.
Doctors will provide patients special instructions about your diet and any medications you may be taking prior to any stress testing performed at The Heart Center at Mercy. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and athletic or tennis shoes.
In a regular stress test you will spend several minutes on the treadmill or stationary bike. The entire test lasts about one hour.
A nuclear stress test is similar to a regular stress test, but provides images in addition to the EKG and blood pressure readings. A tiny amount of radioactive dye is injected into the blood stream. The special scanner creates pictures showing the passage of blood through the heart. This test takes three to four hours to complete.
Stress testing is one of the best tools for diagnosing coronary artery disease. It may also be performed for:
Dr. Robert Zawodny, a Board Certified cardiologist, diagnoses and treats patients with heart problems including heart attack, heart murmur and heart disease.
The story of a patient who forms a relationship with Mercy's doctors that spans over 20 years.