Advanced Heart & Vascular Center
Expert Cardiovascular Care
Board-certified cardiology services focused on prevention, accurate diagnosis, and long-term heart health — right here in Richardson, TX.
Advanced Heart & Vascular Center
Expert
Cardiovascular
Care
Board-certified cardiology services focused on prevention, accurate diagnosis, and long-term heart health — right here in Richardson, TX.
Comprehensive Heart & Vascular Care
At Advanced Heart and Vascular Center, Dr. Sandra Illum provides expert diagnosis and management of a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. With more than 25 years of experience and advanced training in non-invasive cardiology and cardiac imaging, Dr. Illum partners with each patient to develop a personalized care plan focused on prevention, early detection, and long-term heart health
Conditions We Treat
Cardiovascular Services
Coronary Artery Disease
Evaluation and management of blockages in the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart, including risk factor modification, medication management, and coordination of interventional care when needed.
Heart Failure
Comprehensive management of heart failure including diagnostic workup, medication optimization, lifestyle counseling, and close monitoring to improve quality of life and reduce hospitalizations.
Valvular Heart Disease
Diagnosis and management of heart valve conditions including mitral valve regurgitation, aortic stenosis, and other valvular disorders using advanced echocardiographic imaging.
Hypertension
Personalized evaluation and treatment of high blood pressure, including lifestyle modification, medication management, and monitoring to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Arrhythmia & Atrial Fibrillation
Evaluation and management of irregular heart rhythms including atrial fibrillation, with a focus on stroke prevention, rate and rhythm control, and patient education.
High Cholesterol & Lipid Disorders
Assessment and treatment of elevated cholesterol and lipid abnormalities to reduce cardiovascular risk through evidence-based medication and lifestyle strategies.
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Diagnosis and management of conditions affecting the blood vessels outside the heart, including arterial and venous disease, using non-invasive vascular ultrasound.
Preventive Cardiology
Proactive cardiovascular risk assessment and prevention strategies tailored to each patient's unique risk profile, family history, and lifestyle to keep heart disease at bay.
Conditions We Treat
Cardiovascular Services
Coronary Artery Disease
Evaluation and management of blockages in the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart, including risk factor modification, medication management, and coordination of interventional care when needed.
Heart Failure
Comprehensive management of heart failure including diagnostic workup, medication optimization, lifestyle counseling, and close monitoring to improve quality of life and reduce hospitalizations.
Valvular Heart Disease
Diagnosis and management of heart valve conditions including mitral valve regurgitation, aortic stenosis, and other valvular disorders using advanced echocardiographic imaging.
Hypertension
Personalized evaluation and treatment of high blood pressure, including lifestyle modification, medication management, and monitoring to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Arrhythmia & Atrial Fibrillation
Evaluation and management of irregular heart rhythms including atrial fibrillation, with a focus on stroke prevention, rate and rhythm control, and patient education.
High Cholesterol & Lipid Disorders
Assessment and treatment of elevated cholesterol and lipid abnormalities to reduce cardiovascular risk through evidence-based medication and lifestyle strategies.
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Diagnosis and management of conditions affecting the blood vessels outside the heart, including arterial and venous disease, using non-invasive vascular ultrasound.
Preventive Cardiology
Proactive cardiovascular risk assessment and prevention strategies tailored to each patient's unique risk profile, family history, and lifestyle to keep heart disease at bay.
Diagnostic Capabilities
Advanced Cardiac Diagnostics
State-of-the-art imaging and testing to provide accurate diagnoses and guide personalized treatment plans.
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Echocardiography
Non-invasive ultrasound imaging of the heart to evaluate structure, function, and valve health.
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Nuclear Cardiology
Stress testing with nuclear imaging to assess blood flow to the heart and detect coronary artery disease.
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Vascular Ultrasound
Non-invasive imaging of blood vessels to evaluate for peripheral artery disease, carotid disease, and venous conditions.
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Stress Testing
Exercise and pharmacologic stress testing to evaluate heart function and identify ischemia under controlled conditions.
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Holter Monitoring
Continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring over 24–48 hours to detect intermittent arrhythmias and palpitations.
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EKG/ Electrocardiogram
Rapid, non-invasive recording of the heart's electrical activity to detect arrhythmias, heart attacks, and other conditions.
Diagnostic Capabilities
Advanced Cardiac Diagnostics
State-of-the-art imaging and testing to provide accurate diagnoses and guide personalized treatment plans.
-
Echocardiography
Non-invasive ultrasound imaging of the heart to evaluate structure, function, and valve health.
-
Nuclear Cardiology
Stress testing with nuclear imaging to assess blood flow to the heart and detect coronary artery disease.
-
Vascular Ultrasound
Non-invasive imaging of blood vessels to evaluate for peripheral artery disease, carotid disease, and venous conditions.
-
Stress Testing
Exercise and pharmacologic stress testing to evaluate heart function and identify ischemia under controlled conditions.
-
Holter Monitoring
Continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring over 24–48 hours to detect intermittent arrhythmias and palpitations.
-
EKG/ Electrocardiogram
Rapid, non-invasive recording of the heart's electrical activity to detect arrhythmias, heart attacks, and other conditions.
Ready to Take Charge of Your Heart Health?
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Illum today and take the first step toward a healthier heart.
