Is it the Heart? (Infographic)

Cardiac issues are a source of significant anxiety for patients and their families. Knowing when referral is appropriate may reduce healthcare spending as well as anxiety in your patients.

“Sometimes testing reveals an incidental finding, which leads to more testing, and can lead to over-treatment such as excluding a child from sports,” says Tess Saarel, MD, FAAP, Chair of the Department of Pediatric Cardiology at Cleveland Clinic Children’s. “It’s important that pediatricians are confident in their understanding of when referrals to cardiology are appropriate – and when they may not be necessary.”

Dr. Saarel is presenting on this topic at the American Academy of Pediatrics 2019 National Conference & Exhibition. In this infographic, Dr. Saarel presents scenarios designed to guide your decision-making process.