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Phelps Memorial Health Center provides comprehensive cardiovascular care in Holdrege, Nebraska, including cardiology clinic visits, diagnostic testing, cardiac catheterization and vascular procedures. Our experienced cardiovascular team works with patients to diagnose, treat and manage a wide range of heart and vascular conditions.
Through our partnership with Pioneer Heart Institute, patients have access to experienced cardiologists along with local cardiology providers. From testing and diagnosis to treatment and ongoing management, our team provides coordinated cardiovascular care focused on each patient’s individual needs.
Conditions We Treat
Our cardiovascular team diagnoses and treats a variety of heart and vascular conditions, including:
Coronary artery disease
Heart failure
Heart valve disease
Arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation (AFib)
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Leg pain and swelling
Syncope (fainting) and dizziness
Shortness of breath
Peripheral vascular disease
Varicose veins
If you are experiencing symptoms or have been diagnosed with a heart or vascular condition, our cardiovascular team can help determine the appropriate next steps for your care.
Why Choose Phelps Memorial for Cardiovascular Care?
Phelps Memorial combines experienced cardiovascular providers, advanced diagnostic testing and specialized procedures to provide comprehensive heart and vascular care for patients throughout south-central Nebraska.
Experienced Cardiovascular Team
Through our partnership with Pioneer Heart Institute, patients have access to experienced cardiologists along with local providers who provide diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management for a variety of heart and vascular conditions.
Advanced Cardiovascular Testing and Procedures
Phelps Memorial offers cardiovascular testing and procedures designed to help diagnose and treat heart and vascular conditions. Services range from echocardiograms and vascular testing to cardiac catheterization, pacemaker procedures and other cardiovascular interventions.
Personalized, Coordinated Care
Every patient’s cardiovascular needs are different. Our team works with patients, primary care providers and other specialists to coordinate care from diagnosis and treatment through recovery and long-term heart health.
Cardiovascular Testing
Phelps Memorial offers a variety of cardiovascular diagnostic tests to evaluate heart function, blood flow and vascular health. Testing may be used to diagnose symptoms, monitor existing conditions or help determine the most appropriate treatment.
Heart Testing
Echocardiograms
Stress echocardiograms
Saline bubble echocardiograms
Pediatric echocardiograms
Vascular Testing
Carotid duplex
Venous and arterial duplex of the upper and lower extremities
Segmental pressures of the lower extremities
Ankle-brachial index (ABI), with and without exercise
Vein mapping
Aortic evaluation
Bypass graft evaluation
Evaluation of pseudoaneurysm or palpable groin mass following heart catheterization
Cardiac Catheterization and Cardiovascular Procedures
For patients who require an intervention, Phelps Memorial offers a variety of cardiac and vascular procedures in collaboration with physicians from Pioneer Heart Institute. Many of these procedures can be performed on an outpatient basis, depending on the patient’s individual needs.
Procedures available at Phelps Memorial include:
Cardiac catheterization
Peripheral angiogram
Pacemaker implantation and battery exchange
Loop recorder implantation and removal
Vein ablation
Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)
Cardioversion
Meet Our Cardiovascular Team
Our cardiovascular team includes local providers and cardiologists from Pioneer Heart Institute who work together to diagnose, treat and manage heart and vascular conditions.
Kalisprasad Ayala, M.D., FACC
Cardiologist, Pioneer Heart Institute
Denes Korpas, M.D., FACC
Cardiologist, Pioneer Heart Institute
Steven Martin, M.D., FACC
Cardiologist, Pioneer Heart Institute
Douglas Netz, M.D., FACC
Cardiologist, Pioneer Heart Institute
Sadie Johnson, PA-C
Local Cardiovascular Provider
Cheryl Klausen, APRN
Local Cardiovascular Provider
Your Cardiovascular Care Journey
Our cardiovascular team provides coordinated care from evaluation and diagnosis through treatment and ongoing management. Depending on your individual needs, your care may include cardiovascular testing, medication management, cardiac or vascular procedures, lifestyle recommendations and follow-up care.
For patients recovering from certain heart conditions or procedures, Phelps Memorial also offers Cardiac Rehabilitation to help safely rebuild strength, improve cardiovascular fitness and support long-term heart health.
Our Patient Navigator is also available to answer questions and help guide you through your care at Phelps Memorial.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cardiovascular Care
What conditions does a cardiologist treat?
Cardiologists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the heart and cardiovascular system, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, heart valve disease, arrhythmias, high blood pressure and other heart-related conditions.
What cardiovascular testing is available at Phelps Memorial?
Phelps Memorial offers several cardiovascular diagnostic services, including echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, carotid duplex testing, venous and arterial duplex testing, ankle-brachial index testing and other vascular studies.
Does Phelps Memorial perform cardiac catheterization?
Yes. Cardiac catheterization is one of the cardiovascular procedures performed at Phelps Memorial in collaboration with cardiologists from Pioneer Heart Institute.
Does Phelps Memorial offer pacemaker procedures?
Yes. Pacemaker implantation and battery exchange are among the cardiovascular procedures available at Phelps Memorial.
Does Phelps Memorial offer vascular testing?
Yes. Phelps Memorial offers vascular testing including carotid duplex, venous and arterial duplex, ankle-brachial index testing, segmental pressures, vein mapping and other vascular studies.
Where can I receive cardiovascular care in Holdrege, Nebraska?
Phelps Memorial Health Center provides cardiovascular services in Holdrege, Nebraska, including cardiology care, cardiovascular testing and cardiac and vascular procedures.
Do I need a referral to see a cardiovascular provider?
A referral is not required to be seen in the cardiology clinic.
How do I schedule a cardiovascular appointment?
To schedule an appointment or learn more about cardiovascular services at Phelps Memorial, call 308.995.3305.
Take the Next Step Toward Better Heart Health
Whether you need cardiovascular testing, ongoing management of a heart condition or specialized cardiac care, the cardiovascular team at Phelps Memorial is here to help.
To schedule an appointment or learn more about cardiovascular services, call 308.995.3305
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