Host Scott Webb and Dr. Ahmad A. Hadid discuss which chest pain descriptions and associated signs should prompt immediate action. This episode highlights red flags such as crushing or pressure-like pain, jaw or arm radiation, hypotension, and sudden tearing back pain suggesting aortic dissection, plus evaluation steps in the ED. Searchable topics covered: heart attack, chest pain evaluation, shortness of breath, aortic dissection, EKG within 10 minutes, and emergency care. Visit montefioreslc.org for cardiac services and resources.
Could That Pain Be a Heart Attack? What to Watch For
Featured Speaker:
Ahmad A. Hadid, MD
Ahmad A. Hadid, MD is the Medical Director of the Kaplan Family Center for Cardiovascular Medicine and Interventional Radiology.