This Executive Cardiac & Vascular Consultation and Evaluation performed by Dr. Sam J. Kalioundji, '97, M.D., F.A.C.C of Interventional Cardiology includes:

• Resting electrocardiogram (EKG) to uncover serious heart problems that are treatable when detected early


• Cardiac stress echocardiogram test to screen for unrecognized coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythms. A detailed assessment of your overall heart structure and function with close monitoring and evaluation of your heart valves.


• Blood pressure readings for more accurate blood pressure measurement


• Carotid and Aortic Ultrasound - Non-invasive vascular screening to assess carotid arteries, aorta and circulation in the extremities. A test that shows the carotid arteries (vessels in the neck that provide blood flow to the brain), as well as how much blood flows and how fast it travels through them. A test that uses high frequency waves to view the Aorta and determine if aneurysm is present.


• Ankle Brachial Index -This is a screening test for peripheral arterial disease by measuring blood pressure at the ankle and in the arm.

• Labs


• Cholesterol Screening


• Thyroid Studies (TSH)


• HbA1C (Early diabetes detection)


• C-Reactive Protein-High Sensitivity ("vascular inflammation test", a risk factor for heart disease and stroke)


• Glucose


• Hepatic


• CPK

Dr. Kalioundji has two locations to serve you, Northridge and West Hills. For further information see his website: 

http://www.eliascardiology.com/zouheirelias-1/