Echocardiogram
Professional, on-site diagnostic testing in Plainfield, NJ. Fast results for peace of mind.
An echocardiogram uses sound waves to create moving pictures of your heart, allowing our providers to evaluate your heart's valves and chambers. This painless, non-invasive test is crucial for detecting heart disease, monitoring existing conditions, and ensuring optimal cardiovascular health.
Why Choose Us for Your Echocardiogram?
At Health-Wise Family Care Center, we minimize your wait time and eliminate the need for secondary hospital visits. Our advanced equipment ensures precise results, allowing our providers to quickly evaluate your health and build an effective care plan.
What to Expect
You will lie on an exam table while a technician applies a special gel to your chest. They will move a transducer (a wand-like device) over your chest to capture ultrasound images of your heart. It is completely painless.
How to Prepare
You do not need to fast or prepare specifically for a standard echocardiogram. You can eat, drink, and take your medications as normal.
Common Reasons for a Echocardiogram
- •Shortness of breath
- •Chest pain
- •Heart murmurs
- •History of heart disease
The staff made me feel so comfortable during my echo. They explained everything they were seeing on the screen.
Corporate & Occupational Health Benefits
Are you an employer? Our Echocardiogram services are fully integrated into our occupational health programs. We provide fast, reliable testing to ensure your workforce remains healthy, safe, and compliant with industry regulations.
- ✓Executive health screenings
- ✓High-stress occupation cardiovascular monitoring
- ✓Preventative health programs for employees
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an echocardiogram the same as an EKG?
No. An EKG measures electrical activity, while an echocardiogram is an ultrasound that provides a visual image of the heart's structure and function.
How long does the test take?
A typical echocardiogram takes between 30 to 45 minutes.