Pre-surgical Cardiology Evaluation in Puerto Vallarta

Calculate your surgical risk and avoid cardiac complications; complete report and same-day plan.
  • 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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Dr. Karla Castolo performing cardiac pre-surgical evaluation.

Are you worried about your surgical risk?

Entering the operating room with an unevaluated heart condition increases complications. If you have hypertension, diabetes or have had a heart attack, knowing the actual condition of your heart before anesthesia reduces surgical risk and allows the team to design a safe and personalized plan.

  • High blood pressure or uncontrolled arrhythmias complicate anesthesia.
  • Recent chest pain increases the risk of intraoperative infarction.
  • Diabetes and high cholesterol increase your surgical risk without giving signs.
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Patient checking electrocardiogram before surgery

Direct Advantages for your Surgery

Everything you get when you evaluate your heart before going into the operating room.

Safer surgery

By preventing postoperative cardiac events, it decreases the likelihood of returning to the hospital for emergency care.

Discharge without delay

Same day signed report; your surgeon schedules without postponement and you avoid last minute cancellations.

Accelerated recovery

Precise adjustment of drugs controls pressure and rhythm, which favors less pain and prompt ambulation.

Fewer readmissions

By preventing postoperative cardiac events, it decreases the likelihood of returning to the hospital for emergency care.

Total peace of mind

You know your real risk and enter the operating room with confidence, reducing anxiety for you and your family.

Postoperative follow-up

Videocall 72 hours later: doubts resolved and early detection of alerts without having to go to the hospital.

Agenda → Evaluate → Improve

1. Schedule your appointment

Send WhatsApp or call; we will assign you the closest schedule and let you know what previous studies to bring.

2. Evaluate your heart

Consultation + physical examination, ECG and, if necessary, on-site echocardiogram. We calculate your surgical risk with ACC 2024 guidelines.

3. Improve and proceed safely

We deliver a report and risk letter the same day, with pharmacological adjustments and recommendations to make your surgery safer.

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Cardiologists in Puerto Vallarta - Dr. Karla Castolo specialist in cardiology

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

How far in advance should I make the assessment?
Ideally, it should be performed between 7 and 14 days before surgery. Thus, if we detect something that requires adjustment (for example, better control the pressure or change a drug), there is enough time to optimize your condition without postponing the operation.
You do not need to fast, unless you bring lab tests that same day. Keep your usual medications and bring them to the consultation; the doctor will indicate if any of them should be modified before surgery (in the case of anticoagulants or certain antidiabetic drugs).
It includes detailed consultation, physical examination, 12-lead electrocardiogram and, depending on your profile, on-site Doppler echocardiogram. If your surgical risk requires it, we can add Holter or stress test the same day.
Bring your ECG; if it is within the last 30 days and the quality is adequate, it may be valid. However, if there have been changes in symptoms or treatments, it is safer to repeat it for an updated record.
Yes, we work with most insurance companies. We issue you an invoice and medical report that meet reimbursement requirements; please confirm your policy when booking.
The doctor will design an optimization plan: adjustment of drugs, possible previous cardiac intervention or change of anesthetic strategy. We coordinate with your surgeon and anesthesiologist to reduce risks before rescheduling surgery.
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