by South Tampa Cardiology | Apr 14, 2026 | cardiac ct scan
Summary: A cardiac CT scan — specifically coronary CTA — is a non-invasive imaging test that directly visualizes the coronary arteries to detect plaque buildup and early signs of heart disease. South Tampa Cardiology offers Florida’s only Spotlight...
by South Tampa Cardiology | Mar 19, 2026 | Heart Disease
Summary Coronary artery disease (CAD) is common but often undiagnosed because it can develop silently for decades before causing symptoms. Traditional screening tools estimate risk rather than detect plaque, which means many cases of early heart disease go unnoticed....
by South Tampa Cardiology | Feb 19, 2026 | Heart Health, Heart tips
Summary Research shows almost 50% of people under 65 who had a first heart attack were labeled low or borderline risk just days before their event. Risk scores and symptoms are late indicators built to estimate long-term population risk — not to detect active,...
by South Tampa Cardiology | Jan 27, 2026 | cardiac ct scan, Heart Health, preventative heart health
If your doctor has suggested repeating a heart CT scan every year, you might be wondering: Why do I need another scan if I’m already on treatment and my cholesterol looks better? The short answer is that a coronary CT angiography (CCTA) doesn’t just...
by South Tampa Cardiology | Dec 17, 2025 | cardiac ct scan, cardiovascular assessment, healthy hearts
When it comes to protecting your heart, early and accurate answers matter. That’s why South Tampa Cardiology has invested in one of the most advanced imaging tools available today — the only SpotLight™ CT scanner in the entire state of Florida. This breakthrough...
