Pediatric Cardiology
Specialized Care for Children's Hearts
When something seems different about your child's heart, it's natural to worry.
Dr. Meagan Peek has specialized training in pediatric cardiology and provides evaluation for children and adolescents with a variety of heart and cardiovascular concerns.
Pediatric Cardiology Concerns
Dr. Peek can evaluate children with concerns including:
Heart murmurs
A new or persistent heart murmur can be frightening. Many murmurs are harmless, but some require additional evaluation.
Chest pain
Most chest pain in children isn't caused by the heart, but certain symptoms warrant careful evaluation.
Dizziness & fainting
Dizziness and syncope can have many causes. Evaluation helps determine whether a cardiovascular issue could be involved.
Palpitations & abnormal heart rhythms
A racing, pounding, or irregular heartbeat deserves appropriate evaluation.
High blood pressure
Pediatric hypertension deserves attention because early identification and management can affect long-term cardiovascular health.
High cholesterol
Children with elevated cholesterol or significant family history may benefit from early evaluation and management.
When Should My Child See a Pediatric Cardiologist?
Talk with your child's pediatrician about cardiology evaluation if your child has:
A heart murmur
Chest pain, particularly with exercise
Fainting during exercise
Unexplained fainting
Recurrent dizziness
Racing or irregular heartbeat
High blood pressure
Abnormal cardiac testing
A significant family history of heart disease or sudden cardiac death