Advanced heart scans in San Antonio
The Cardiovascular Imaging Center at Methodist Hospital Westover Hills delivers precision diagnostics with the latest technology.
Patients receive comprehensive cardiac diagnostics in one convenient West Side location, with the hospital and medical office building next door. We offer customer-focused experience with fast scheduling and results and a friendly environment.
Our heart screening and imaging services
The Cardiovascular Imaging Center at Methodist Hospital Westover Hills uses cutting-edge equipment to provide comprehensive heart care and cardiac imaging. Our staff, technicians and doctors use state-of-the-art imaging technology, software and protocols. Key services include:
- Cardiac PET/CT for advanced heart metabolism and blood flow assessment
- Electrocardiograms (EKG/ECG)
- Exercise treadmill stress testing
- Nuclear cardiology imaging (myocardial perfusion imaging)
- Stress echocardiography (exercise and pharmacologic)
- Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE)
Advanced technology on San Antonio's West Side
Our physicians use a wide range of technologies to determine the best course of action for several types of heart conditions, including:
- Exercise stress systems: Comprehensive exercise testing to monitor heart performance and detect abnormalities during physical exertion.
- Nuclear medicine cameras: High-quality imaging for myocardial perfusion studies (nuclear stress tests) to assess blood flow and heart function.
- PET/CT scanner: Advanced cardiac imaging for metabolic evaluation and myocardial viability — enhancing accuracy in diagnosing coronary artery disease.
- Treadmills: Integrated with stress testing systems for optimal exercise-based cardiac assessments.
- Ultrasound systems: Cutting-edge echocardiography for detailed imaging of heart structures and function, including transthoracic and stress echocardiograms.