Learn more about heart health with our guides to common heart problems, the tests we use to diagnose heart conditions, types of cardiac procedures and what to expect at each step.

What is cardiology?

Cardiology is a medical specialty and a branch of internal medicine concerned with disorders and conditions of the heart.

Doctors who specialise in hearts are called cardiologists. Cardiologists diagnose and treat a wide range of heart disorders such as arrhythmiaheart disease and heart failure.

Common heart problems

Learn about common heart problems, including heart failure, atrial fibrillation, heart attack and congenital heart disease, plus symptoms, causes and treatment options.

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Cardiac investigations

Find out about cardiac investigations and diagnostic tests, including echocardiography, stress testing, cardiac MRI and CT scans, as well as how each test helps diagnose heart conditions.

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Cardiac procedures

Learn about common cardiac procedures, including coronary angiograms, stents, pacemakers, defibrillators, TAVI and arrhythmia ablation, with what to expect during the procedure and typical recovery.

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Last updated 05 May 2026