Author: drspine

Cardiac Sciences is a broad term for the medical and surgical disciplines focused on the heart and blood vessels. It commonly describes a hospital department, service line, or clinical program that provides cardiovascular care. It includes testing, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term follow-up for many heart and vascular conditions. It is used in clinics, imaging labs, cardiac catheterization labs, operating rooms, and cardiac rehabilitation programs.

Cardiology is the medical specialty focused on the heart and blood vessels. It covers how the cardiovascular system works and what happens when it does not work normally. Cardiology is commonly used in clinics, hospitals, emergency care, and imaging or procedure suites. It includes both diagnosis (finding the cause) and treatment planning for many heart-related conditions.