Heart Disease Screening

A healthy heart is the cornerstone of overall well-being.

At InvestMed, we aim to proactively safeguard your cardiovascular health with a wide range of diagnostic tests. Early detection is crucial in reducing the risk of heart disease and providing you with a healthier quality of life.

9 in 10 Canadians have at least one risk factor for heart disease and related conditions

Heart and Stroke Foundation, 2023

Included Tests : MRI, DNA Testing, Genetic Testing, Coronary Calcium Scan, CT Coronary Angiography, and more.
Benefits of Early Detection : Improve your quality of life, extend the duration of your life.

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Heart disease is composed of a wide range of issues that can affect your heart.

Often, when people think about heart disease, they think of the most common type – coronary artery disease (CAD) and the heart attacks it can cause. However, you can have issues with different parts of your heart, such as your heart muscle, valves, or electrical system.

When your heart is not working properly, it has difficulty sending enough blood, oxygen, and nutrients to your body. Your heart is responsible for delivering the fuel that keeps your body’s systems running. If there is an issue with delivering that fuel, it affects everything your body’s systems do.

Diagnostic testing, lifestyle changes, and medications can help keep your heart healthy and lower your chances of getting heart disease.

Types:

Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary artery disease (CAD) limits the blood flow in your coronary arteries, which deliver blood to your heart muscle. Cholesterol and other substances make up plaque that narrows your coronary arteries.

Chest pain is the most common CAD symptom. CAD can lead to a heart attack, abnormal heart rhythms, or even heart failure. Many treatments are available.

Abnormal Heart Rhythms (Arrhythmias)

An arrhythmia is a heart rhythm that is not normal. Your heart may be beating too fast when you are at rest or just not beating in a regular pattern.

Arrhythmias range from harmless to serious, both with and without symptoms. There are many options to treat arrhythmias, but some do not need them. The prognosis varies greatly depending on the type.

Heart Valve Diseases

Heart valve disease is a fairly common problem with the valves that keep your blood flowing in one direction through your heart. Medicines can help with the blood flow problems from a heart valve that is not working right, but sometimes that is not enough. Your healthcare provider can tell you if you need to have your valve repaired or replaced.

Abnormal Heart Muscle (Cardiomyopathy)

Cardiomyopathy refers to conditions that affect your heart muscle. If you have cardiomyopathy, your heart cannot efficiently pump blood to the rest of your body. As a result, you may experience fatigue, shortness of breath, or even heart palpitations.

Cardiomyopathy gets worse over time. Treatment can slow the progression and improve quality of life.

Congenital Heart Disease

Congenital heart disease refers to heart issues you have at birth. It is a defect in the heart’s structure that is present at birth. It can be detected before birth, soon after birth or anytime throughout life.

There are many different types of congenital heart disease. Symptoms and treatment depend on the type of defect and its severity. A person with coronary heart disease should see a cardiologist regularly throughout life.

Heart Disease Mortality Risk Factors

The causes of heart disease may be more likely to occur if you have certain risk factors.

High Cholesterol

High Blood Pressure

Tobacco Use

Obesity

Physical Inactivity

Diabetes

Family History

High levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad” cholesterol) can lead to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, restricting the flow of blood and increasing the risk of heart disease.

High blood pressure, or hypertension, puts strain on the heart and arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease. Hypertension is a significant risk factor for heart attacks, heart failure, and strokes.

Tobacco smoke contains chemicals that can damage blood vessels and heart tissue, increasing the risk of heart disease. Luckily, this is a modifiable risk factor for heart disease, as a reduction in smoking can lower your risk of developing heart disease.

Excess body weight, especially around the abdomen, is linked to various risk factors for heart disease, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.

A lack of regular physical activity is a risk factor for heart disease. Exercise helps maintain a healthy weight, lowers blood pressure, and improves overall cardiovascular health.

Individuals with diabetes are at an increased risk of heart disease. Diabetes can damage blood vessels and the heart, leading to complications such as coronary artery disease.

A family history of heart disease can increase an individual’s risk. If parents or siblings have had heart disease, especially at a young age, it may suggest a genetic predisposition.

Benefits of Heart Disease Prevention

By emphasizing heart disease prevention, individuals and societies can experience many health benefits.

Improved Cardiovascular Health

Prevention strategies, including medical interventions and lifestyle modifications, contribute to better cardiovascular health. This can lead to a reduced risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and other cardiovascular diseases.

Reduced Mortality

Prevention efforts can significantly decrease mortality rates associated with heart disease. By addressing risk factors and promoting heart-healthy behaviors, individuals can lower their overall risk of premature death due to cardiovascular events.

Enhanced Quality of Life

Heart disease prevention can help individuals maintain better health, leading to an improved quality of life. By avoiding the physical and emotional toll of heart disease, individuals can engage in daily activities more effectively and enjoy a higher quality of life.

Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles

Preventing heart disease encourages individuals to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. This includes habits such as regular physical activity, a balanced and heart-healthy diet, and avoiding tobacco use. These habits have positive effects beyond cardiovascular health, influencing overall well-being.

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Diagnostic Testing Suggested

preventative health measures for executive wellness in kelowna

MRI scans to look for abnormalities in anatomy that could affect health.

Spot growths early and address functional issues. Get the full picture of your current state.

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early detection of gene variants to prevent potential diseases in BC

DNA testing focused on 84 genes linked to cancer, heart disease, arrhythmias, and cardiomyopathy, as well as assessment of genetic interactions impacting stress, sleep, diet, exercise, and inflammation within the body.

Know your personal risks based on your individual biology. Modify your lifestyle for maximum health based on personal data.

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minimize side effects and risks with personalized medications in BC

Genetic testing to determine which medications will work best for you, and which ones are likely to cause side effects.

People vary in their reaction to drugs and foods. Learn to manage for optimal health with personalized information for you and your doctor.

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coronary calcium score test to assess risk of a heart attack

Coronary calcium score test for blockages of arteries in the heart, to assess the risk of a heart attack.

Get advance warning for heart disease and prevent sudden death. Manage a key longevity risk.

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blood tests for overall health and areas of improvement in BC

Bloodwork focused on overall health improvement, including advanced testing for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and nutrition.

Personalized blood assessment to round out the testing battery and support individualized recommendations and tracking.

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Cardiogram tests and advanced private clinic scans in Kelowna and Calgary

Exercise stress tests are a cornerstone in preventing heart-related ailments

An exercise stress test screens for various cardiovascular and heart-related conditions. It provides valuable information about the functioning of your heart during physical activity.

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A Carotid Doppler Ultrasound is a tool for stroke prevention

The primary purpose of a carotid Doppler ultrasound is to screen for and evaluate various conditions related to the carotid arteries, which are major blood vessels in the neck that supply blood to the brain.

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advanced scan for Atherosclerosis risks and plaque formation

An MRA can detect narrowing or blockages in your arteries non-invasively.

A Magnetic Resonance Angiograms (MRA)MRA can detect narrowing or blockages in your arteries non-invasively. MRAs provide exceptionally detailed images of blood vessels, allowing healthcare professionals to examine blood flow and detect obstructions.

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Highly advanced Scans and testing for heart issues in BC

An echocardiogram tests the structure and function of your heart

An echocardiogram can show changes in your heart that could indicate an aortic aneurysm, blood clots, and a cardiac tumor. It can also detect many different types of heart diseases.

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CT Coronary Angiogram is a test for lifelong heart health

The most common reason people get a CT angiogram is to check if they have narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. However, you may need a CT angiogram to diagnose any condition involving blood vessels.

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Packages

InvestMed offers thorough health packages designed to meet the individual needs of our patients. Our packages include a battery of personalized medical screenings to proactively identify and address health issues before symptoms occur.

You can choose between a risk-specific package or a comprehensive package to analyze your health and wellbeing.

Our health packages include rapid access to diagnostic testing using state-of-the-art technology, searching for 500+ diseases in the body, including cancer and heart disease.

Each package includes a comprehensive 1 hour physical exam and 1 hour medical review of results with recommendations to achieve optimal health.

Package costs will vary based on individual diagnostic test recommendations. Financing options are available.

Risk-Specific Screening Packages

Cancer Screening Package

Mitigate your cancer risk with preventive screening.

Package starting at $3,999*

MRI
DNA testing – 84 genes for cancer
Mole mapping
Advanced blood work
CT scan
Virtual colonoscopy

Proactive testing can detect changes in your body that could become cancer.

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*Package cost will vary based on individual diagnostic test recommendations. Financing options are available.

Stroke Screening Package

Knowing your risk for stroke can save your life.

$5,999*

MRA – Magnetic resonance angiography
DNA testing – 83 genes for heart conditions
Advanced blood work
Carotid doppler ultrasound
Echocardiogram

Detect your risk of stroke early, even before symptoms present themselves.

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*Package cost will vary based on individual diagnostic test recommendations. Financing options are available.

Heart Disease Screening Package

Early screenings are essential for heart disease prevention.

Package starting at $3,999*

Coronary calcium score
DNA testing – 83 genes for heart conditions
Advanced blood work
Exercise stress test
Echocardiogram
CT coronary angiography

Screening for cardiovascular risk factors before you develop heart disease, can help you prevent it.

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*Package cost will vary based on individual diagnostic test recommendations. Financing options are available.

Comprehensive Screening Packages

Comprehensive Screening Package

Get the right screening tests at the right time.

Packages from $5,999 - $11,999*

Whole body MRI
Coronary calcium score
DEXA scans
Microbiome gut testing
Genetic testing+
Heart health workup
Cancer risk review
Mole mapping
Screen for all material risks

Prevention is key to longevity, whether or not you are presenting symptoms or risk factors.

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*Package cost will vary based on individual diagnostic test recommendations. Financing options are available.

Corporate Services

Please contact us for a custom corporate package. Specialized corporate rates available.

Comprehensive, proactive health plans
Customized screening tests
Extensive medical risk assessments
Preventive approach to healthcare

Proactively manage executive wellness.

FAQ

What are the symptoms of heart disease?

The symptoms for heart disease depend on the type of heart disease you have. However, some common ones include:

How is heart disease diagnosed?

Heart disease can be diagnosed through a variety of diagnostic tests, including the following:

Who does heart disease mostly affect?

Heart disease affects individuals from most ethnic backgrounds, regardless of sex.

How is heart disease treated?

Depending on the heart disease you have, you may need to make adjustments to your daily life, take medication, or have surgery.

Changing your lifestyle could consist of eliminating saturated fats from your diet, stopping the use of tobacco products, or incorporating more exercise into your everyday life.

You can also lower blood pressure and cholesterol with medicine. Additionally, certain medications can aid with heart failure or abnormal heart rhythms. In some cases, you may need to have open-heart surgery, minimally invasive surgery, or an ablation.

Is it possible to prevent heart disease?

There are ways to lower your risk of developing certain types of heart disease:

Get at least 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day on most days of the week.
Decrease your stress level.
Manage other conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Eat foods that are low in salt and saturated fats.
Avoid using any tobacco products.

Why Choose InvestMed

Personalized medical screenings to meet the unique needs of each patient
Rapid access to diagnostic testing for early detection of potential health issues
Emphasis on preventative medicine and prophylactic screening
Helping patients to maintain their overall well-being with cutting edge and state of the art technology