Interventional Cardiologist
Dr. Walter Tan is an Interventional Cardiologist in Raleigh, NC
with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease, congenital (present at birth) heart dysfunctions, and structural heart conditions. Interventional Cardiologists rank among the world's foremost authorities on cardiovascular disease and its treatment.
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Walter Tan, MD performs
diagnostic exams and scans like angiograms, ECGs, MCOTs, stress tests, ultrasound imaging, nuclear imaging, peripheral vascular testing, as well as anticoagulation, heart failure, lipid and cholesterol surgery and management. Interventional Cardiology is
the study, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Interventional Cardiologists include cardiac disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, heart valve disease, structural and non-valvular heart disease, hertrophic cardiomyopahty, resistant hypertension, atrial septal defect, aortic stenosis, and patent foramen ovale.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Interventional Cardiologists
include coronary artery bypass grafting, angioplasty and stenting, atherectomy, embolic protection, percutaneous valve repair, and balloon angioplasty.
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
Interventional Cardiologists in Southeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC
Cardiovascular Disease Doctor
Dr. Walter Tan is a Cardiovascular Disease Doctor in Raleigh, NC
with special training and skill in diagnosing, treating and preventing diseases related to the heart and blood vessels.
As a Cardiovascular Disease Doctor, Walter Tan, MD performs
medical diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, congenital heart defects, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology. Cardiovascular Disease Medicine is
a medical specialty focused on treating diseases of the heart and circulatory system. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Cardiovascular Disease Doctors include include heart disease, stroke, cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, cardiomyopathy, and hypertension.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cardiovascular Disease Doctors
include blood tests, diagnostic imaging such as x-ray, MRI, and CT scan, electrophysiology studies, electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiograms, stress tests, and referral to other specialists as needed.
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Cardiovascular Disease Doctors in Southeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC
Vascular & Interventional Radiologist
Dr. Walter Tan is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Raleigh, NC
with special training and skill in using radiological imaging to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders.
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Walter Tan, MD performs
minimally-invasive, image-guided procedures to minimize the need for invasive surgery. Vascular & Interventional Radiology is
a medical specialty focused on applying image-guided, minimally invasive therapy to manage or eliminate internal organ disease or disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Vascular & Interventional Radiologists include heart disease, vascular disease, cancer, blood vessel disease, pulmonary embolism, varicose veins, aneurysm, tumor, uterine fibroid, kidney stones, gallstones, and blocked veins.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Vascular & Interventional Radiologists
include angioplasty, blood vessel stenting, cryoplasty, embolization, chemoembolization, gastrostomy, liver drainage, tumor ablation, and vertebroplasty.
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
Vascular Interventional Radiologists in Southeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC
Thoracic Surgeon (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeon)
Dr. Walter Tan is a Thoracic Surgeon (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeon) in Raleigh, NC
with special training and skill in diagnosing and surgically treating vascular disorders of the chest cavity.
As a Thoracic Surgeon (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeon), Walter Tan, MD performs
thoracic surgery, cancer treatment, disorder assessment, and post-operative patient care. Thoracic / Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery is
a medical specialty focused on surgically treating vascular conditions of the chest. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Thoracic / Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeons include ischemic heart disease, cardiac arrest, coronary artery bypass surgery, aortic valve disease, mitral valve disease, atrial septal defect, esophageal cancer, and lung cancer.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Thoracic / Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeons
include x-ray, ultrasound, MRI, and CT imaging, tissue biopsy, surgical repair of thoracic arteries and blood vessels, heart transplant, emergency heart surgery, medication prescription, patient education, and post-operative care.
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Thoracic Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeons in Southeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC
