Diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in interventional procedures (e.g., balloon angioplasty and stent placement), echocardiography, or electrophysiology.
Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, or disease prevention.
Conduct electrocardiogram (EKG), phonocardiogram, echocardiogram, or other cardiovascular tests to record patients' cardiac activity, using specialized electronic test equipment, recording devices, or laboratory instruments.
Conduct research to develop or test medications, treatments, or procedures that prevent or control disease or injury.
Prescribe heart medication to treat or prevent heart problems.
