Continuing Care of Heart Disease in Pineville

CONTINUING CARE OF HEART DISEASE

See your family physician for assessment of heart problems, underlying health issues, and lifestyle management to prevent a heart attack. Our providers establish a treatment plan for your heart health.

 STD DOCTOR

ULTRASOUNDS

Our family practice doctors use ultrasound technology to take pictures of the internal organs. Ultrasound imaging is a diagnostic tool for pain, swelling, and infection to assess the health of a patient.

COMPLETE PHYSICAL EXAM

In addition to physicals for school and sports, exams can be performed as part of preventive care. We offer annual well visits or complete physical exams in Pineville, NC as a way of checking your general wellness. Appointments include a head-to-toe examination and a review of your medical history. It assesses your body and your vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.

IV THERAPY

IV therapy is only performed in the office by a medical professional. This therapy may be used to treat dehydration, medical emergencies, migraine headaches, or symptoms of an illness. Treatment is easy, convenient, and a way to promote health and wellness.

BONE DENSITY TESTS

Although women are more susceptible, men can develop osteoporosis as well. At Carolina Medical Associates in Pineville, we use density tests to detect a decrease in bone density, determine the risk of bone fractures, and confirm and monitor osteoporosis. The higher the mineral content, the denser and stronger the bones are, and the less likely they are to break.

MINOR MEDICAL PROCEDURES

At Carolina Medical Associates, we regularly perform simple surgical procedures in the office. Minor procedures involve treating superficial tissues with few complications and minimal equipment. 

Commonly performed procedures include the removal of foreign objects, suturing, medication injections, skin biopsies, and incision and drainage treatments. Contact us today.

COMPLETE PHYSICAL EXAMS

We offer routine wellness visits as well as school and sports physicals for preventive medical care. Physical exams are a way of checking and monitoring your general wellness. During this appointment, you can expect a head-to-toe examination and assessment of your medical history. Your physician assesses your physical condition and vitals such as your blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.

IV ANTIBIOTICS

IV antibiotics are only administered by a medical professional. IV medication may be used to treat bacterial infections or infectious diseases, especially those that are resistant to oral medications. IV antibiotics are not used for the common cold or flu but are reserved for moderate to severe bacterial illnesses. Usually, this medication is given in our Pineville medical center, but in some cases, it may be given in your home.

ALLERGY TESTING

Allergy testing is available onsite. We also do serum allergy testing. This is a skin prick test to identify allergies to pollen, mold, pet dander, dust mites, and foods.

EKG / STRESS TESTING

An EKG is a noninvasive test that measures the heart’s electrical activity and reflects underlying heart conditions. Stress testing is a test that measures the heart’s ability to respond to external stress in controlled clinical activity. Stress is induced by either exercise or by an intravenous pharmacological stimulator.

VASCULAR / DOPPLER STUDIES

Vascular (Doppler) Studies are evaluated onsite. This is a non-invasive test that can measure the flow of blood in the arteries and veins to detect blockages, blood clots, varicose veins, and aneurysm.

WELL WOMAN EXAM / PAP SMEARS / BREAST EXAMS

Our wellness exam for women includes pap smears and breast exams. We offer onsite mammogram, hormone replacement therapy for menopause, and loss of libido.

ECHOCARDIOGRAMS

An echocardiogram (echo) uses high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to create images of your heart.

CONTINUING CARE OF DIABETES

Diabetes care includes self-management education, helps prevent acute complications, and reduces the risk of long-term complications.

GLUCOSE TESTING

For a glucose tolerance test, the patient must fast for the first blood sample and then drink a liquid containing a specified amount of glucose before the blood is tested again.

MALE EXAM

Onsite prostate evaluations are provided. We offer PSA (prostate specific antigen) blood test and erectile exams. We offer treatment for erectile dysfunction. We also treat testosterone deficiency.

BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING

With blood pressure monitoring, your blood pressure is measured as you move around doing your normal daily activities.

JOINT INJECTIONS

All joint injections and trigger point injections are done onsite. These include steroids and hyaluronic acid.

CHRONIC CARE MANAGEMENT

Chronic care management includes assistance with chronic conditions such as arthritis, asthma, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, osteoporosis, mental health issues, and other conditions.

X-RAYS / LAB STUDIES

X-ray and lab studies are provided at our location.

NERVE CONDUCTION STUDIES

Nerve conduction studies are evaluated onsite. This will assess nerve damage and dysfunction.