A member asked:

I have heart arrhythmias - have been to a cardiologist. he wanted to put a stent in my heart. my gp says no. he doesn't see why i need one and that a stent is for severe cases.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Advice: I would tend to place credence in the specialist's recommendation based on is/her years of specialty training above and beyond the generalists, as well as his/her practice being devoted entirely to this specialty. If you are still unsure, seek a third opinion.

Answered 8/31/2020

48 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

I have heart arrhythmias - have been to a cardiologist. he wanted to put a stent in my heart. my gp says no. he doesn't see why i need one and that a stent is for severe cases.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

My GP said I have a heart murmur (out of the blue, a month ago I didn't have it) & now I have to see a cardiologist. They are super expensive. Is it possible to have the symptoms of a murmur for a few days and then can it go away?

A member asked:

My consultant Cardiologist in the UK wont explain if i have Mitral Valvular Disease or not Warnings in Fostair 100/6 explains Valvular heart disease talk to Cardio or GP as i get SinusTachycardia in Salbutamol Hes says not experienced in fostair ?

A member asked:

Need an opinion on my heart condition. Went to a specialist. The doctor wants to put a stent in. I am 27 years old Heart arrhythmias?

A member asked:

Can caffeine kill someone with irregular heart beat? My cardiologists says a cup can't hurt but I'm scared . I miss it . It's been over two years .

A member asked:

Cardiologist says I have an electrical endurance problem.Is it safe to take prednison with irregular heart beat?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

Today an EKG detected an irregular heart beat - and arrhythmia. What may i expect when i see a cardiologist?

How dangerous is it to travel with heart disease? I have tachycardia and arrhythmias but have not yet seen cardiologist.

What does a Cardiologist mean by saying that they may have to have your heart "wired" due to dangerous arrhythmias?

Gp says i have sinus tachychardia and its nothing to worry about. Only fast heart. Should i see a cardiologist just incase? Maybe do a stress test?

How do cardiology referrals work? I currently have a cardiologist, but would like to switch to a different one. If my GP previously sent a referral to a heart and vascular institute, can I see anyone within the network at any location?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?