Cardiovascular Care

Pomerene

Cardiovascular Care


The Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Center and Pomerene Hospital have partnered to deliver the most complete heart care to the Holmes County Community. This collaboration focuses on two hospitals working as a team to deliver exceptional cardiac care to patients in need, superior education to the nursing staff and an overall high quality, patient experience.


The program was designed to provide comprehensive cardiac care to the residents of Holmes County and surrounding communities. Should the medical needs of the patient go beyond the services offered at Pomerene, a smooth and streamlined process has been established to transfer patients to the Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Center (ADHVH). Together, both entities will remain dedicated to the communities it serves.


  • Cardiovascular Consultants


    330-674-HART (4278)

    CVC is a full-service cardiology group specializing in electrophysiology (EP), interventional cardiology, peripheral vascular disease, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, cardiac surgery clearance and clinical cardiology. CVC is a group of physicians, along with advanced practice and registered nurses, dedicated to your care. This level of expertise combined with the ease of transfer to Aultman Hospital, if necessary for critical cases, is what makes this partnership unique. Cardiovascular Consultants is conveniently located in the Millersburg Medical Center, just north of Pomerene Hospital at 1261 Wooster Road.

    Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC)
    accredited


    Pomerene Hospital is accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in the areas of Adult Transthoracic Echocardiography, Peripheral Venous Testing and Extracranial Cerebrovascular Testing. Accreditation by the IAC means that Pomerene Hospital has undergone an intensive application and review process and is found to be in compliance with the published Standard, thus demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care in echocardiography and vascular testing. Comprised of a detailed self-evaluation followed by a thorough review by a panel of medical experts, the IAC accreditation process enables both the critical operational and technical components of the applicant facility to be assessed, including representative case studies and their corresponding final reports.

    Cardiovascular Tests


    Cardiac and vascular testing uses ultrasound to take pictures and recordings of the heart and blood vessels. Ultrasound technology uses high frequency sound-waves to create pictures and recordings of the heart and blood vessels. The procedures are painless and have no known side-effects.


    After a water-based gel is applied to the skin, the sonographer places a small transducer on the surface of the skin and obtains and records the pictures for later interpretation by a specially-trained doctor. Ultrasound tests generally take from 20-45 minutes to complete. There are no special preparations for most ultrasound tests.

    • Echocardiogram

      An Echocardiogram is a test to examine the structures of the heart including the walls, chambers, valves, and blood flow through the heart. The ultrasound transducer is placed on the center of your chest and along the side of your rib cage to obtain the pictures. You will be asked to remove your clothing from above the waist and be placed in a hospital gown.

    • Carotid Ultrasound

      Carotid Ultrasound examines the major arteries in the neck that provide blood-flow to the brain. The test is able to detect a build-up of plaque in the arteries that may cause narrowing, blockage, or disturbances in the blood flow. These disturbances can cause symptoms of a stroke such as lightheadedness, dizziness, passing out or numbness or weakness over half of the body. The ultrasound transducer is placed on the side of the neck to obtain pictures. 

    • Renal Ultrasound

      Renal Ultrasound examines blood flow to the kidneys. The test is able to detect any blockages or narrowing within the arteries leading to the kidneys which can cause high blood pressure or kidney failure. You will be asked to remove your clothing from above the waist and placed in a hospital gown. The ultrasound transducer is placed over your abdomen to obtain pictures. This test requires that you fast and have nothing by mouth for 6 hours prior to the exam (you may take your morning pills with sips of water). You may return to your normal diet immediately after the test.

    • Peripheral Arterial Testing

      Arterial testing examines the arteries of the arms or legs for narrowing or blockages causing poor circulation or pain. No needles or dye are used. Arterial testing has three parts:  First, a small ultrasound probe is placed over several areas of the extremity and directed towards the artery to record the blood flow pattern.   Next, blood pressure cuffs are applied to the arms or legs to record blood pressures at 3 to 4 levels. Finally, overall blood flow is tested by recording waveform patterns through the blood pressure cuffs.  If symptoms occur while walking, a treadmill test may also be done.

    • Stress Echocardiogram (exercise or dobutamine)

      The stress echocardiogram examines what happens to the heart when it is stressed.  First, the patient is attached to an EKG and blood pressure cuff.  Next, a sonographer will obtain resting ultrasound images of the heart from different locations on the chest. With a physician present, the patient will then either exercise on a treadmill or be given a medication to increase the heart rate along. Ultrasound pictures are again recorded immediately after the heart has been stressed and compared with images before stress or at rest.  EKG recordings are also obtained before, during, and after exercise. The physician interpret the test based on any changes to the heart  occurring immediately following the stress procedure.

    • Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)

      The TEE procedure is used when structures of the heart, such as the chambers and valves, need to be viewed in very fine detail.  After the throat is sprayed with a numbing medication and medication is given to make the patient sleepy, a tiny ultrasound transducer, placed on the end of a long tube, is passed down the espophagus to a position that is next to the heart. Multiple recordings and pictures of the heart are taken. This test requires the patient to fast and have nothing by mouth for 6 hours prior to the exam (morning pills may be taken with sips of water). Since medication is used, someone will need to drive the patient home following the procedure. 

    • Nuclear Stress Test (exercise or lexiscan)

      This test uses a small amount of radioactive tracer, given through an IV, to provide pictures of the heart taken by a special camera. The tracer is given at rest and then again following exercise or medication administration. The images taken by the camera allow the cardiologist to compare the amount of blood flowing to the heart muscle before and after exercise.

    • Holter Monitors/Event Monitors

      Holter Monitor - records for 24-48 hours continuously and you will record any symptoms such as palpitations, shortness of breath, chest pain, lightheadedness or dizziness. The symptoms and the heart rhythm are then compared.


      Event Monitor - this monitor records heart rhythm during episodes of palpitations, heart racing or to detect changes in your heart rhythm. This is done automatically or by you pushing a button during a symptom.


    Follow-up


    Your provider will receive results one to two days following the test. Please call your provider for the results of your test. If your test results require immediate attention, your doctor will be notified before you leave the hospital and you will receive instructions regarding what to do.

    

    Depending on the results of your heart tests, you may also be referred to Holmes County Cardiology Services (HCCS) at our Millersburg Medical Center for an appointment with a heart specialist. Made up of physicians from Pomerene Hospital, Cardiovascular Consultants and the Aultman Heart Center, HCCS has one of the most experienced and full-serviced staff in the area and provides a full range of follow-up services related to the heart and blood vessels.


    Our Cardiologists


    Our Locations


    POMERENE HOSPITAL

    981 Wooster Rd,

    Millersburg, OH 44654

    330-674-4278

    MILLERSBURG MEDICAL CENTER

    1261 Wooster Rd,

    Millersburg, OH 44654

    330-674-4278

    Cardiovascular Care FAQs

    • What is the Collaboration of Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Center and Pomerene Hospital?

      The Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Center (ADHVH) and Pomerene Hospital have partnered to deliver the most complete heart care to the Holmes County Community. This collaboration focuses on two hospitals working together as a team to deliver exceptional cardiac care to patients in need, superior education to the nursing staff and an overall quality, patient experience. The program was designed to provide comprehensive cardiac care to the residents of Holmes County and surrounding communities. Should the medical needs of the patient go beyond the services offered at Pomerene, a smooth and streamlined process has been established to transfer patients to the ADHVH. Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Center at Pomerene Hospital will remain dedicated to the communities it serves. 

    • Where is the Heart Center Located?

      The ADHVH is located in Pomerene Hospital. The center incorporates a collaborative model of care within the existing walls of the hospital. The Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Center emphasizes the highest level of care from the same Pomerene Hospital the residents have grown to know and love. 

    • What Services are Provided?

      The program offers enhanced, noninvasive cardiac diagnostic testing and services such as: echocardiograms (echo), stress testing, electrocardiograms (EKG) and sleep studies. The staff are receiving additional training to receive the same comprehensive cardiovascular education provided to the staff at the ADHVH. Clinical staff members who provide care to patients have been challenged to continuously pursue a higher lever of practice, knowledge and skill. This means whether you come for an outpatient test or get admitted to the hospital for a cardiac illness, the staff has advanced clinical judgement while advocating for your individual needs. All of these services will remain right here at Pomerene Hospital. 

    • Who is Providing the Care?

      The clinical staff of Pomerene Hospital provides the high-quality cardiac care to the residents of the community. The coordination of patient care is led by Lorrie Durkin, MSN, RN, CCRN the director of the program. 


      Claudine Dumandan, MD of Cardiovascular Consultants (CVC), is the physician at the Aultman Heart Center and Pomerene Hospital. Together, Lorrie, the cardiologists of CVC and the staff at Pomerene Hospital ensure the residents of the community have access to cardiac services close to home. 

    What is Cardiac Rehabilitation?


    330-432-0468
    Cardiac Rehabilitation is an individualized and personalized treatment plan, including evaluation and instruction on physical activity, nutrition, stress management and other health related areas.

    Cardiac Rehabilitation is an important part of the treatment of your specific heart problem. If you have one of the following diagnoses, you may be eligible to participate:

    • Heart Attack
    • Angina
    • Coronary artery angioplasty or stents
    • Open heart surgery such as coronary bypass or valve surgery
    • Heart failure
    • Heart transplantation



    Cardiac Rehabilitation is generally covered by most health insurance companies but check your plan to determine co-pays or other requirements. Contact Pomerene Cardiac Rehabilitation at 330-432-0468 to obtain self-pay package pricing.


    Location: 1237 Glen Drive, Millersburg, OH 44654

    What is Cardiac Rehabilitation?

    Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation


    • Live longer and lessen your chances for another heart attack
    • Control heart disease symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath
    • Stop or reverse damage to your blood vessels in your heart
    • Lessen the physical and emotional effects of heart disease
    • Improve your stamina and strength, getting you back to your usual activities, including work, hobbies and regular exercise
    • Improve your confidence and well-being

    Cardiac Rehab Services

    • Assessment of your personal risk factors for heart and blood vessel disease
    • Education and support to make healthy lifestyle changes such as:
    • Maintaining a healthy weight
    • Heart healthy eating
    • Avoiding tobacco and environmental smoke
    • Beginning and maintaining a personalized exercise plan that works for you
    • Monitoring and better control of:
    • Blood pressure
    • Lipids/Cholesterol
    • Diabetes
    • Psychological/stress assessment and counseling
    • Opportunity to meet and share stories with other patients like you
    • Improved communication with your doctor and other healthcare providers about your progress following your cardiac event


    Our Cardiac Rehab Classes

    Cardiac Rehabilitation classes are scheduled twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Pomerene Kinetics Fitness For Life medical fitness center. All exercise sessions are supervised by a physician.

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