Study of the different physiological processes that take place in the heart, including the electrical activities, contraction and relaxation of the heart muscles, and circulation of blood.
Anatomy of the Heart: This topic covers the structure, size, and location of the heart within the body.
Physiology of the Heart: This topic refers to the study of the heart's functions and its interaction with various bodily systems.
Cardiac Cycle: This topic covers the sequence of events that occur during a single heartbeat, including the electrical and mechanical phases of the heart's contraction and relaxation.
Electrophysiology of the Heart: This topic refers to the study of the electrical activity of the heart, including the origin and propagation of electrical impulses that regulate the heartbeat.
Arrhythmias: This topic covers abnormal heart rhythms, such as atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, and other forms of heart disease.
EKG and Cardiac Monitoring: This topic covers interpretation of the electrocardiogram (ECG) and heart monitoring techniques, including Holter monitoring and implantable loop recorders.
Heart Failure: This topic covers heart disease, including congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, and valve disorders.
Cardiovascular Drugs: This topic covers the use of medications in treating heart disease, including diuretics, beta-blockers, vasodilators, and anti-arrhythmic agents.
Interventional Cardiology: This topic covers surgical and minimally invasive procedures used to treat coronary artery disease, such as angioplasty and stenting.
Heart Transplantation: This topic covers the procedure of heart transplantation, including organ donation and patient selection.
Cardiac Rehabilitation: This topic covers the process of regaining physical and emotional health following heart disease, emphasizing exercise, healthy diet, and stress reduction.
Cardiac electrophysiology: The study of the electrical activities of the heart and the mechanisms that regulate them.
Cardiovascular physiology: The study of the functions and interactions of the cardiovascular system, including the heart, blood vessels, and blood.
Cardiopulmonary physiology: The study of the relationship between the heart and lungs, including how the heart helps to circulate blood and oxygen through the body.
Cardiovascular pharmacology: The study of how drugs affect the cardiovascular system, including their mechanisms of action and therapeutic uses.
Cardiac anatomy: The study of the physical structure of the heart and its components.
Cardiac imaging: The use of various imaging techniques to view the structure and function of the heart, such as echocardiography, MRI, and CT scans.
Interventional cardiology: The use of advanced techniques and procedures to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions, such as angioplasty, stenting, and electrophysiology studies.
Cardiogenetics: The study of genetic factors that influence cardiac health and disease.
Cardiac rehabilitation: The use of exercise and lifestyle changes to help patients recover from cardiovascular disease and prevent future complications.
Cardiothoracic surgery: The surgical treatment of cardiovascular conditions, including open-heart surgery, heart transplantation, and implantation of devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators.