About the Center

The cardiologists of The Heart Center at Mercy Medical Center specialize in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of heart disease including coronary artery disease (CAD), heart attack and high blood pressure. Our highly skilled physicians take a comprehensive approach to treating cardiovascular disease, complemented by the patient-centered care philosophy that is central to the Mercy team.

Specialized Doctors in Heart Health

The Heart Center at Mercy offers patients a specialized team of cardiologists to help them manage their coronary disease, blood pressure and the risk factors that affect their heart’s performance. The team combines years of experience and practice to diagnose and treat heart disease including, but not limited to, the following:

• Arrhythmias
• Atherosclerosis
• Atrial fibrillation / atrial flutter 
• Atrial septal defect
• Cardiomyopathy (congestive heart failure)
• Cardiovascular disease
• Chest pain
• Coronary artery disease
• Dyslipidemia
• Heart attack
• High blood pressure
• Patent foramen ovale
• Peripheral vascular disease
• Valvular heart disease

Cardiologists Provide High Quality, Comprehensive Heart Testing

Successful cardiovascular treatment can only be achieved through accurate and consistent testing and evaluation. The doctors at The Heart Center at Mercy utilize a variety of physical examinations and tests to diagnose patients in order to properly manage symptoms, treat conditions and take proactive steps to correct complications caused by heart disease and heart disorders.

Tests and diagnostic tools include:

• Arrhythmia monitoring
• Cardioversion
• Consultative cardiology
• Defibrillator Testing
• Echocardiogram (ECHO)
• Electrocardiogram (EKG)
• Pacemaker monitoring
• Stress testing

Cardiac Care through Early Detection and Prevention

Heart disease and various cardiovascular conditions affect a large population of men and women in the United States. In many cases, early detection can greatly improve chances for successful treatment. For this reason, cardiologists at The Heart Center at Mercy place high importance on the testing and evaluation of each patient. In addition to early detection, prevention may be the single most important factor in limiting heart disease.

The cardiac specialists at The Heart Center at Mercy work with their patients to develop prevention plans that help manage the leading causes of heart disease, such as smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and obesity. Limiting risk and improving heart health improves the quality of life for most patients and allows them a more active, healthy lifestyle.

Convenient and Comfortable Service

The Heart Center at Mercy welcomes patients to enjoy comprehensive care in a comfortable and patient-friendly environment. The Center offers convenient service throughout the Baltimore region, including the flagship office on the Mercy campus in Downtown Baltimore. Additional offices are available at Mercy Personal Physician locations in Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, Howard County and other local sites.