Health In Harmony Podcast with Southwest Healthcare - Presented by Temecula Valley Hospital

In this episode of the Health In Harmony podcast, we sit down with Dr. Abdelmalik to break down the most common and important diagnostic tools used to evaluate heart conditions. From routine screenings to advanced imaging, Dr. Abdelmalik explains how today’s technology helps physicians detect cardiac issues early, accurately diagnose disease, and guide treatment decisions.

Listeners will learn about key cardiac tests such as EKG/ECG, echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), CT scans, cardiac MRI, and angiograms, including what each test shows, when it’s typically used, and what patients can expect during the process. Dr. Abdelmalik also discusses how these tools work together to provide a complete picture of heart health.

This informative conversation empowers patients with knowledge, reduces anxiety around cardiac testing, and highlights how advances in imaging and diagnostics are improving outcomes for people with heart disease.

Whether you’re managing a heart condition, have been referred for testing, or simply want to understand your heart better, this episode offers valuable insight straight from a trusted expert.

Learn more about Robin Abdelmalik, MD, FACC 

In this episode, Dr. Robert Jackson discusses how to recognize early stroke symptoms and the critical meaning behind the phrase “Time Is Brain,” emphasizing why immediate action matters.

Discover how transcatheter therapies are transforming the landscape of heart valve treatments, particularly for patients not well-suited for traditional open heart surgery. Join Dr. Niraj Parekh as he discusses advancements, patient outcomes, and how these minimally invasive procedures are enhancing quality of life for those dealing with structural heart diseases. 

Learn more about Niraj Parekh, MD