About
Dr. Frank J Arena is an interventional cardiologist in Covington, Louisiana, board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, and Interventional Cardiology. He trained at LSU Health - School of Medicine and practices at Iteld Bernstein and Associates, Louisiana Heart Center, Cardiovascular Specialty Care Center of Covington, and Slidell Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Arena treats a range of cardiac and vascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart rhythm problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and peripheral vascular disease. His procedures include electrocardiograms, transthoracic echocardiograms, cardiac device review, and treatment of abnormal veins through ablation and sclerotherapy. He sees patients who are managing serious cardiac conditions and aims to help them find hope through advanced cardiovascular care. Dr. Arena speaks English.
Conditions Treated
- Atherosclerosis (Narrowing) Of Extremity Arteries
- Cardiac Device (e.g. Pacemaker, Implantable Defibrillator) In Place
- Extremity Swelling (Edema)
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Syncope (Fainting)
- Atrial Fibrillation (Rapid, Irregular Heart Rhythm)
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol/Triglycerides)
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (Poor Blood Flow To Extremities)
- Venous Insufficiency (Improperly Functioning Veins)
Specialized Treatments
- Cardiac Device (e.g. Pacemaker, Implantable Defibrillator) Review
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
- Duplex Scan Of Extremity Blood Vessels
- Electrophysiology Studies Of Extremity Blood Vessels
- Treatment Of Abnormal/Non-Functional Veins (e.g. Ablation, Sclerotherapy)
Insurances Accepted
Most common in Louisiana
Others
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