Pre-sports Cardiovascular Evaluation in Puerto Vallarta

Check your heart before training to the maximum: stress test, echocardiogram and personalized plan in a single day.
  • Only cardiologist in Vallarta with a high specialty in Cardiac Rehabilitation
  • Hospiten Puerto Vallarta Hospital accredited by JCI Gold Seal
  • Active member of the American College of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology.
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Pre-sports cardiovascular evaluation with stress test - Dr. Karla Castolo

Do you train hard without knowing how your heart is doing?

Many recreational athletes compete with silent heart disease that is only discovered after a collapse on the track. A pre-sports cardiovascular assessment detects arrhythmias, hypertrophy or ischemia before they become emergencies.

  • Excessive fatigue or chest pain with increasing intensity.
  • Palpitations, dizziness or fainting during training.
  • Family history of sudden death or hereditary heart disease.
Check your heart today
Athlete with fatigue before pre-sport cardiac evaluation

Advantages for your Performance and Safety

Everything you gain by getting your heart checked before racing or starting a new training program.

Same day sports certificate

Continuous electrocardiogram and pressure monitoring during Bruce protocol; safe, accurate and supported by ACC 2024 guidelines.

Personalized training plan

Your stress test reveals frequency zones and VO₂ max; we adjust intensities to improve your performance without overloading.

Early detection of heart disease

Echocardiogram on-site identifies hypertrophy, valvulopathies or silent cardiomyopathies that can cause sudden events.

Stress test with expert supervision

Continuous electrocardiogram and pressure monitoring during Bruce protocol; safe, accurate and supported by ACC 2024 guidelines.

Nutritional recommendations & recovery

Includes basic hydration, macros and sleep guide to speed recovery and avoid overtraining.

Access to preventive rehabilitation

If we detect risk, you enter a safe cardio-fitness program with telemetric monitoring and gradual progression.

Agenda → Evaluate → Train

1. Schedule your appointment

Write us by WhatsApp or call; choose a time and receive simple instructions (comfortable sports clothes and light fasting).

2. Evaluate your heart

Consultation + physical examination, resting electrocardiogram, Doppler echocardiogram and stress test with continuous monitoring.

3. Train with confidence

You get your sports certificate, heart rate ranges and training recommendations the same day.

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Three-step process for pre-sports cardiovascular evaluation

Backed by international experience and certifications

Training in the best institutes in the country, global memberships and the trust of hundreds of patients endorse each medical recommendation.

JCI Gold Seal

Hospiten Puerto Vallarta has been accredited by the Joint Commission International since 2023, guaranteeing safe processes and periodic external audits.

Subspecialty unique in the region

Dr. Castolo is the only cardiologist in Puerto Vallarta with a high specialty in Cardiac Rehabilitation, trained at the National Institute of Cardiology "Ignacio Chavez".

ISO 9001 - ISO 14001

The hospital's quality and environmental management system is certified, ensuring standardized protocols and sustainable operations.

Active international memberships

International Associate of the American College of Cardiology and member of the European Society of Cardiology, which guarantees continuous updating in global guidelines.

National Certification

Member of the Mexican Society of Cardiology and recertified every five years according to the criteria of the Mexican Council of Cardiology.

Clinical trajectory

Member of the Mexican Society of Cardiology and recertified every five years according to the criteria of the Mexican Council of Cardiology.

Real stories of cardiovascular recovery

These testimonials - shared with express permission - show how an evidence-based approach, accurate diagnostic technology and close accompaniment can translate into tangible improvements: fewer symptoms, greater functional capacity and greater confidence to resume daily activities. Each experience is personal; results may vary according to each patient's condition and adherence.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-Sport Evaluation

Who needs a pre-sports cardiovascular evaluation?
All athletes over 35 years of age, amateur or professional competitors and people with risk factors (hypertension, high cholesterol, family history of sudden death) should perform the test before increasing the intensity of their training.
Clinical consultation, physical examination, resting electrocardiogram, Doppler echocardiogram and standard stress test with continuous pressure and rhythm monitoring.
Approximately 90 minutes: 20 min for consultation + echo, 30 min for preparation and stress test, the rest for explanation of results and certificate delivery.
Yes, after the stress test you can return to your light routine. If any abnormalities arise, the Dr. will indicate specific restrictions and next step.
Yes, the maximum indirect oxygen consumption is calculated using the duration and load achieved in the Bruce protocol; it is used to plan training zones.
The report meets the requirements of marathons, triathlons, gyms and school leagues. Includes signature, professional license and clinic stamp.
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