What does a Paediatric Cardiology doctor do?
A paediatric cardiologist assesses heart and vascular disease from birth to adolescence: congenital heart defects, heart murmurs, rhythm disturbances, fainting, chest pain, fitness for sport, high blood pressure and inflammatory conditions such as Kawasaki disease. The main investigations are the ECG and echocardiography (heart ultrasound); both are painless and performed in infants too.
Common reasons to consult
- Heart murmur
- Congenital heart defect
- Fainting and palpitations
- Chest pain
- Pre-sports check-up
- High blood pressure in a child
Frequently asked questions
A murmur was heard in my child's heart — is it dangerous?
More than half of all children have an 'innocent' murmur at some point — the sound of blood flowing through a healthy heart. A paediatric cardiologist tells an innocent murmur apart with an echocardiogram in a single visit; when no treatment is needed, no follow-up is needed either.
Is echocardiography harmful to a baby?
No. Echocardiography uses ultrasound waves, involves no radiation and can be repeated at any age — even in the womb. The scan takes 20–30 minutes; timing it with a nap or feeding helps keep the baby calm.
Can congenital heart defects be treated?
Yes. Many small defects (a small ventricular septal defect, for example) close by themselves; others are successfully corrected by catheter (without surgery) or surgically. Today the great majority of children with congenital heart disease live healthy adult lives.
Is a heart check needed before starting sport?
Children and adolescents starting competitive or intensive sport are advised to have a cardiologist's examination with an ECG; it is essential if there is sudden cardiac death at a young age in the family, or the child has fainted or had chest pain on exertion.
How many Paediatric Cardiology doctors are on uzmanhekim.az?
The directory currently lists 6 verified Paediatric Cardiology doctors; 6 of them are accepting new patients.
Which clinics do Paediatric Cardiology doctors see patients at?
Doctors in this specialty see patients at 2 clinics, including Məlhəm Beynəlxalq Hospital and Liv Bona Dea Hospital.
Which cities do Paediatric Cardiology doctors work in?
The Paediatric Cardiology doctors in the directory see patients in these cities: Baku.
How do I book a Paediatric Cardiology doctor online?
Pick a doctor from the list, choose a suitable day and time on their profile and send the appointment request. Your appointments appear in your account.
Are the doctors on this page verified?
Yes. This page only shows doctors whose diploma and licence documents have been checked by uzmanhekim.az.