EKG & Heart Health Screening · West Palm Beach
EKG & Heart Health Screening in West Palm Beach
At our West Palm Beach office on Forest Hill Blvd, Dr. Shahnaz Akhter can add an in-office EKG to a routine internal medicine visit, so a heart-rhythm reading and the conversation about it happen in the same appointment.
What to expect
- The EKG performed in-office during your visit
- A review of your results with your provider
- A conversation about any recommended next steps based on your individual situation
- The option to schedule follow-up care if your provider recommends it
Added to the visit you're already having
There's no separate EKG clinic to book — if Dr. Akhter recommends a reading, it's performed during the same office visit using the same chart she's already reviewing, which includes any medications or conditions that could affect the result.
Same-day appointments and walk-ins
Our West Palm Beach office keeps time in the schedule for same-day visits, so a new symptom that prompts an EKG doesn't have to wait for a future appointment slot.
Visit us on Forest Hill Blvd
Our West Palm Beach office is at 3472 Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 3B, West Palm Beach, FL 33406, with parking on site. Call (561) 473-9044 to schedule.
What an EKG does and doesn't tell you
An EKG records your heart's electrical rhythm at the moment it's taken — useful for catching an irregular rhythm or confirming things look normal, but it's not a stand-alone diagnosis. Dr. Akhter reads it alongside your blood pressure, weight, and medication list to decide whether it changes anything about your plan.
After your reading
You'll hear the result before you leave. If Dr. Akhter sees anything worth a closer look, she'll explain what that means and what happens next — a repeat test, additional screening, or a referral — during the same visit rather than a follow-up call days later.
Internal medicine training behind every reading
Dr. Akhter practices internal medicine, which means an EKG at our West Palm Beach office is read by a physician trained to connect it with the rest of your medical picture — current medications, chronic conditions, and recent visits — rather than in isolation.
Insurance and scheduling
We work with plans including Aetna, Florida Blue, and United Healthcare, along with Medicare and Medicaid. Call (561) 473-9044 to schedule or to confirm your coverage before your visit.
Who typically considers heart screening
Adults with a family history of heart disease, those being treated for high blood pressure or high cholesterol, and anyone noticing new symptoms such as palpitations or unusual fatigue are common candidates for an EKG during a routine visit — it adds a useful data point whether or not anything turns out to be wrong.
No extra trip required
Because the EKG is performed in the same office where Dr. Akhter sees you for internal medicine, adding a reading to today's visit means one trip and one conversation about the result, rather than a separate referral elsewhere.
Comfortable surroundings, same-day availability
Our West Palm Beach office keeps time in the schedule for same-day visits and walk-ins, so a screening a provider recommends doesn't have to wait for a future opening. Parking is available on site at 3472 Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 3B.
Part of your regular chart
Your EKG result is saved to the same chart Dr. Akhter already maintains for you, so if you're seen again later for an unrelated visit, your provider can look back at prior readings rather than starting from zero each time.
Do I need a referral for an EKG at the West Palm Beach office?
No — Dr. Akhter can perform an EKG as part of a regular office visit without an outside cardiology referral or a separate appointment. Same-day appointments and walk-ins are welcome, and our staff can confirm your insurance coverage before your visit so there are no surprises.
Can an EKG be done the same day I'm seen for something else?
Yes — an EKG is typically added to the visit you're already having rather than scheduled as its own appointment. If Dr. Akhter recommends one based on your symptoms or history, it's performed and reviewed with you before you leave.
What symptoms might lead to an EKG being ordered?
Chest discomfort, a racing or irregular heartbeat, unexplained shortness of breath, or dizziness are common reasons a provider adds an EKG to a visit. Dr. Akhter will explain why she's recommending the test, walk you through the reading afterward, and answer any questions you have about it.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a current medication list, and any recent lab or imaging results you have from other providers. Arriving a few minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork helps your visit start on time, and same-day appointments and walk-ins are welcome if you need to be seen quickly.
Does Serenity By A Dr. Sareen accept Medicare and Medicaid?
Yes. Serenity By A Dr. Sareen accepts Medicare and Medicaid, along with major commercial insurance, at our South Florida offices, including for EKG and heart health screening. Call (561) 473-9044 and our staff will confirm your specific plan before scheduling your West Palm Beach visit.
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3472 Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 3B
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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