Patient Information
Your Patient
Information Guide
Everything you need to know before, during and after your appointment.
Our goal is to make your experience clear, comfortable and well prepared at every stage.
Your Journey With Us
A clear path to expert care.
From your first visit to ongoing support, here's what to expect.
01Before Your Visit
Before Your Visit
Simple preparation helps us make the most of your appointment.
What to bring
- Valid identification
- Medical aid details, if applicable
- Referral letter, if you have one
- A list of your current medication
- Previous cardiology reports, ECGs, scans or blood results, if available
Important information
- Arrive with enough time for registration
- Bring details of relevant previous treatment
- Note any important medication allergies
Preparing for your appointment
Some investigations need specific preparation. The practice will give you instructions when this applies to you.
02At Your Visit
At Your Visit
Your consultation may include a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history and cardiovascular concerns.
Discuss
Symptoms, medical history, medication and relevant family history.
Assess
Clinical examination and review of any available previous results.
Plan
The cardiologist may discuss whether further testing, treatment or follow-up is appropriate.
03Tests & Preparation
Tests & Preparation
Not every patient needs tests. Where they are helpful, these are the investigations you may hear about.
Transthoracic Echocardiography+
An ultrasound examination used to assess the structure and function of the heart. Any preparation needed will be explained by the practice beforehand.
Exercise Stress Testing+
A monitored exercise assessment used to evaluate the heart’s response to physical exertion. Any preparation needed will be explained by the practice beforehand.
Coronary Angiography+
An imaging procedure that shows the arteries supplying the heart, used where clinically indicated. Any preparation needed will be explained by the practice beforehand.
04After Your Visit
After Your Visit
Understanding your results
Results and next steps are discussed with you according to the practice's clinical process.
Treatment & care plan
Where appropriate, a treatment, monitoring or follow-up plan may be discussed.
Follow-up
Some patients may need a further consultation, more testing or ongoing cardiac care.
Not an Emergency Service
Dr ZLR Cardiology Inc is an appointment-based specialist practice. This website and its general contact channels are not intended for medical emergencies.
If you require urgent medical assistance, seek emergency care immediately.
- Busamed Hillcrest 24-Hour Emergency Unit
- 031 768 8911
- Emergency Medical Services
- 10177
- Cellphone Emergency
- 112
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered.
What should I bring?+
Is there parking at the hospital?+
Is the hospital wheelchair accessible?+
Can I contact the practice for urgent advice?+
Take the next step
Request an Appointment
We're here to help you access specialist cardiac care.
Dr ZLR Cardiology Inc
Suite 22, Ground FloorBusamed Hillcrest Private Hospital471 Kassier RoadAssagay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3610
031 768 8507