Exercise test in Herzquartier Mülheim (Kardiologische Gemeinschaftspraxis)
About the clinic
An exercise test at Herzquartier Mülheim in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany, evaluates cardiac electrical activity and rhythm during physical stress. This diagnostic procedure helps identify exercise-induced ischemia and arrhythmias to screen for coronary artery disease. The clinic provides continuous 12-lead monitoring to track heart behavior as the workload increases.
Diagnostic process and equipment
The practice uses 12-channel rest and exercise ECG systems for high-resolution data collection. Patients can choose between a bicycle ergometer or a treadmill based on their preferred physical activity. This flexibility allows the medical team to observe the heart under familiar conditions. The procedure takes place in an outpatient setting within the cardiology practice.
- Continuous monitoring. The system records heart rhythm, blood pressure, and physical workload throughout the session.
- Post-exercise recovery. Monitoring continues after the physical stress ends to observe how the heart returns to its baseline.
- Performance assessment. Results determine maximum physical performance and blood pressure behavior under stress.
- Cardiologist interpretation. The practice's cardiologists review and interpret all findings immediately after the test.
- Access to advanced diagnostics. The clinic can coordinate follow-up steps like stress echocardiography or cardiac imaging if results require further investigation.
Clinic expertise and affiliations
Herzquartier Mülheim operates as a cardiology group practice with locations in Mülheim, Düsseldorf, and Mönchengladbach. The medical team holds memberships in the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) and the German Cardiac Society (DGK). They maintain active partnerships with regional hospitals, including St. Marien Hospital Mülheim and Elisabeth-Krankenhaus Essen. These connections facilitate seamless transitions for patients who might need specialized hospital-based diagnostics.
Patients interested in a cardiac screening can request a consultation for an exercise test through Bookimed.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
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| Coronary angiography | Price on request |
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Herzquartier Mülheim (Kardiologische Gemeinschaftspraxis): more details about the clinic
Herzquartier is a private cardiology practice network in North Rhine–Westphalia, Germany. It operates branches in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Düsseldorf, and Mönchengladbach. The network is a specialized outpatient center for heart disease prevention and rhythm disorder diagnostics. The medical team includes board-certified specialists in internal medicine, cardiology, and emergency medicine.
Collaborations and Clinical Network
The practice maintains active cooperation with regional hospitals to ensure continuity of care. These partnerships connect outpatient diagnostics with hospital treatment when inpatient care is needed.
- St. Marien Hospital Mülheim an der Ruhr
- Evangelisches Krankenhaus Mülheim an der Ruhr
- Elisabeth-Krankenhaus Essen
- Städtische Kliniken Mönchengladbach
- Florence-Nightingale-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf
- Allgemeines Krankenhaus Viersen
Patient data is stored with encryption at a controlled external facility. Team members belong to the European Society of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Association.
Specialties and Cardiac Procedures
The clinic specializes in interventional cardiology and rhythm management. Specialists perform stent implantations to open blocked arteries. Around 99% of these procedures use wrist artery access. This reduces bleeding risk compared to traditional groin access.
The rhythm disorder unit treats conditions such as atrial fibrillation. Specialists use the following diagnostic and treatment methods:
- Electrical cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm
- Electrophysiological investigations (EPU) to map electrical activity
- 3D-mapping for precise localization of rhythm disturbances
- Mobile ECG technologies including My Diagnostik and Zenicor systems
A dedicated telemedicine center in Mülheim monitors patients with cardiac implants. A device with a global SIM card lets doctors check pacemakers and defibrillators remotely from anywhere. The telemedical team reviews transmitted data every working day.
Cardiac Device Implantation
Herzquartier performs on-site implantations of devices for heart rate regulation and monitoring. This includes Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) biventricular systems. The technology adds an electrode to stimulate the left ventricle, restoring heart synchronization in patients with chronic heart failure.
The surgical team also implants the following devices:
- Pacemakers for heart rate regulation
- Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICD) for life-threatening arrhythmias
- Event recorders for long-term monitoring lasting up to 3 years
Preventive Cardiology and Lipidology
The network offers structured Herz-Check-up programs for early detection of heart disease. These programs combine physiological testing with vascular risk assessment. Specialized consultation hours cover lipidology, treating disorders like familial hypercholesterolemia and Lp(a) elevation.
Preventive screenings include programs for different patient needs:
- Cardio-check for general heart health
- Stroke-check for brain health and vascular risk
- Marathon-check for athletes and high-intensity trainers
- Vascular-check for peripheral artery health
Diagnostic Equipment and Technologies
The catheter laboratory uses FFR (pressure wire measurement). This determines if a vessel narrowing restricts blood flow to the heart muscle. For detailed imaging inside the coronary arteries, specialists use IVUS (intravascular ultrasound). This technology shows high-resolution views of vessel walls that standard X-rays might miss.
Advanced imaging and screening tools at the clinic include:
- Cardio-CT with contrast medium to visualize coronary anatomy
- Cardio-MRI to diagnose myocarditis and cardiomyopathies (heart muscle diseases)
- Stress echocardiography to detect blood-flow problems during physical exertion
- Spiroergometry to measure oxygen uptake and metabolic consumption
- SAS Polygraphy for home-based sleep apnea screening
Vascular assessments use carotid ultrasound to check for plaque buildup in neck arteries. The clinic also uses 12-channel rest and exercise ECG systems for standard cardiac evaluations.
International Patient Services
Herzquartier provides consultations in English and German. The telemedicine service is especially useful for international patients with implants. It offers worldwide connectivity, so remote follow-up care continues after patients return home. The team responds to inquiries and manages secure data transmission for patients traveling from abroad.
Additional services
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 57, 45468 Mülheim an der Ruhr
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