Urgent Care with EKG Testing in College Park, MD
Do you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, an irregular heartbeat, or chest pain? At Express Healthcare urgent care, board-certified cardiologist Joahn Hakim offers painless, quick EKG testing to diagnose the problem of the heart. EKG tests help to identify irregular heartbeats, heart blood flow, heart attacks, and cardiac damage. The EKG will help your healthcare provider choose the most appropriate treatment and prevent future problems. To learn more about the testing, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 4701 Melbourne Place College Park, MD 20740.
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Does an EKG test hurt?
How can I get ready for my EKG test?
Is an EKG the same as a stress test?
At Express Healthcare, we believe in offering a wide range of important health services including preventative screenings that can help our patients stay healthy throughout their lives. If you require electrocardiogram testing, the doctors at Express Healthcare can help. We offer EKG testing at our walk-in clinics, so you can quickly and easily access the important screening services you need without having to make an appointment beforehand.
No, an EKG test does not hurt. Some patients may find the electrodes applied to the skin slightly uncomfortable upon removal, but the test itself is completely painless. The feeling of having the electrodes removed is often compared to the feeling of ripping off a band-aid. The EKG test does not pass electric energy through the body. Instead, the electrodes simply measure the natural electrical impulses that a person’s heart creates to show your doctor whether there are any irregularities in its rhythm. An EKG test is non-invasive and can provide you and your doctor with important information about your cardiac health.
There is no real preparation that needs to go into preparing for your EKG test. The most important things to keep in mind are to avoid heavy lotions or greasy skin creams that could prohibit the required electrodes from adhering appropriately to the skin. It is also best to wear a shirt that can be easily removed and to not wear hosiery that could make it difficult to place electrodes on your legs. It is important to remember that the EKG test is a simple process, so there is no need to feel anxious about it. If you have other questions about how to prepare for your test, your doctor can answer those for you. At Express Healthcare, we offer EKG testing services without an appointment, but you can always ask questions during your visit or call with them ahead of time.
At Express Healthcare, we provide resting electrocardiograms, which are tests that digitally measure your heart’s activity while you are lying down. A stress test is another important heart health test that your doctor may want to conduct which will measure your heart’s activity while you perform specific exercises. Both types of tests may be required depending on which heart disease risk factors or symptoms you have. Some of these symptoms include irregular heartbeat, family history of heart disease, and even diabetes. Both EKG tests and stress tests provide your doctor with valuable insight regarding your health. At Express Healthcare, we are proud to offer state-of-the-art digital EKG tests for patients with or without an appointment, so you can access the care you need any day of the week.
If you require an EKG test, trust the experts at Express Healthcare. Our doctors provide exceptional care and important diagnostic testing and screening services, including digital EKGs. Our friendly and compassionate staff are available to answer your questions and provide you with a wide range of health services that can improve the lives of you and your family.
To learn more about EKG testing, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 4701 Melbourne Place College Park, MD 20740. We serve patients from College Park MD, New Carrollton MD, Berwyn Heights MD, White Oak MD, Seabrook MD, Laurel MD, Springdale MD, Mitchellville MD and surrounding areas.
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