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Cardiology

Cardiology is quite literally the heart of the Heart & Vascular Program at Southcoast Health. Our cardiologists will assess your heart health and provide you with the tools necessary for prevention and management of heart disease, including lifestyle, medical and technological advances. 

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When Should I See a Cardiologist?

Your primary care physician will ask you to see a cardiologist if you are experiencing symptoms, such as: 

  • Chest pain or discomfort 
  • Shortness of breath 
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • High blood pressure
  • Family history of heart disease

 

Proactive Heart Health

Know Your Risk Factors

  • Family history of heart disease
  • History of smoking
  • Poor diet
  • Lack of exercise
  • High stress
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Type 1 and type 2 diabetes
  • Obesity

Eat Healthy

Eat a well-balanced diet consisting of rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins. Limit saturated, trans fats, processed sugar and salt will help lower your cholesterol and blood pressure.

Exercise Regularly

Monitor Your Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

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Why You Should Choose Southcoast Health Cardiology

Your heart health is our top priority, and at Southcoast Health Heart & Vascular, we take a team approach to ensure you receive the best care possible. With a combination of expert medical knowledge and compassionate support, we’re here to guide you every step of the way—helping you make positive choices, understand your options, and stay on track for a lifetime of heart health. Together, we’ll work toward a healthier, stronger you.

Transcatheter Valve Base Certification, American College of Cardiology

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Take the first step toward better heart health.

Cardiology Providers

61 Doctors

Christopher Abadi MD, FACC

Abadi, Christopher, MD, FACC

Medical Director Echocardiography Services

4.9
(573)

Accepting New Patients

Southcoast Health Cardiology

676 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
401-849-9042

Ashley Alves NP

Alves, Ashley, NP

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Southcoast Health Structural Heart Disease

363 Highland Avenue
Fall River, MA 02720
508-973-7328

M. Wajid Baig MD, FACC

Baig, M. Wajid, MD, FACC

Medical Director of Nuclear Cardiology

4.9
(312)

Accepting New Patients

Southcoast Health Cardiology

1565 North Main Street
Fall River, MA 02720
508-973-9500

Bruce Brown MD

Brown, Bruce, MD

4.8
(308)

Accepting New Patients

Southcoast Health Cardiology

100 Rosebrook Way
Wareham, MA 02571
508-273-4950

Alexa Brynildsen NP

Brynildsen, Alexa, NP

4.8
(148)

Southcoast Health Cardiology

100 Rosebrook Way
Wareham, MA 02571
508-273-4950

Melissa Cabrera NP

Cabrera, Melissa, NP

4.8
(64)

Southcoast Health Cardiology

1076 North Main Street
Providence, RI 02904
401-273-2460