Cardiology

Valley Cardiovascular Specialists,

an affiliate of Lakeside Community Healthcare

Given its complex nature, the treatment of cardiovascular disease requires comprehensive expertise. Valley Cardiovascular Specialists, an affiliate of Lakeside Community Healthcare, is a leader in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

Cardiovascular disease is the most prevalent cause of death in the United States. Its pervasiveness touches the lives of many people. But the good news is, with early intervention, cardiovascular disease is also highly preventable and treatable. The cardiologists of Valley Cardiovascular Specialists combine patient education with expert disease management to provide you with the very best care available.

Cardiovascular disease refers to disease of the heart or blood vessels. Common types of cardiovascular disease include coronary artery disease, atherosclerosis, arrhythmias, valve disease, congestive heart disease, high blood pressure, congenital heart disease, angina and aneurysm.

Our highly trained cardiologists provide comprehensive services in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. Our areas of specialty include:

  • Coronary artery disease
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Arrhythmias
  • Peripheral vascular disease
  • Lipid disorders
  • High blood pressure
  • Interventional procedures (balloon angioplasty, stents, etc.)
  • Cardiovascular testing

 

Our Team







Our cardiologists provide the highest quality of care and are skilled in the latest interventional cardiology and diagnostic techniques, as well as risk factor modification and prevention.

W. Lee Bailey, M.D., F.A.C.C., F.S.C.A.I.

Roman Leibzon, M.D., F.A.C.C.

Roger On, M.D., F.A.C.C.

Jeanie Woo, M.D., F.A.C.C.





Burbank Office

191 South Buena Vista Street

Suite 220

Burbank, CA 91505

Phone: (818) 848-0023



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Glendale Office

1500 South Central Avenue, #320

Glendale, CA 91204

Phone: (818) 247-3708



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Sherman Oaks Office

4835 Van Nuys Boulevard,  #114

Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Phone: (818) 783-0800



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Cardiology links

American College of Cardiology CardioSmart

http://cardiosmart.org/

American Heart Association



http://www.heart.org/

Heart Mender



http://www.heartmender.com/

National Institute of Health Heart and Vascular Disease



http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/

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Frequently Asked Questions-Cardiology

  • What is a cardiologist?







    A cardiologist is a physician who has advanced training and is certified to treat problems of the heart, arteries and veins, or cardiovascular system.

 

  • What do the initials FACC after a doctor's name mean?







    FACC stands for Fellow of The American College of Cardiology. Candidates must be certified both by a primary specialty board and by a subspecialty board that is a member of either the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Advisory Board for Osteopathic Specialists of the American Osteopathic Association.

 

  • What can I expect at an appointment?







    You will be taken to an examining room by a medical assistant. The medical assistant will take your vital signs and ask you to briefly explain your symptoms and why you have been referred to the cardiologist. After making a few notes, the medical assistant will tell the cardiologist you are ready for the consultation/examination. The cardiologist will again ask you to explain your symptoms in more detail while examining you. Based on your answers and the findings during the examination, the cardiologist may order more diagnostic tests. The combination of your medical history, physical examination and diagnostic test results will help the cardiologist diagnose your condition.

 

  • What questions should I ask?







    Following the examination and interview by the cardiologist, you will have the opportunity to ask questions. Have your questions pre-planned as much as possible and written down so you will be less likely to forget. Preparedness will afford you the best chance of leaving your initial visit with the cardiologist armed with a plan. Early diagnosis and proper management is imperative. A good relationship with your cardiologist is an integral part of the process. A successful initial consultation can set you in a positive direction.

 

  • What should I bring with me to the appointment?







    Bring your insurance cards and a photo ID so that the office personnel can begin to build a medical file. Be prepared to fill out a medical history. Bring along information about medications (or the actual bottles of medications) you take, including the name of the drug, dosage and schedule. Know the dates of pertinent visits to other doctors related to your current situation.







    Bring copies of any recent EKG test results, any recent cardiac test results (if available) and any previous hospital records (if available). Bring a list of your current medical problems and be able to describe your current symptoms with the date of onset.

 

  • What about insurance?







    Valley Cardiovascular Specialists, an affiliate of Lakeside Community Healthcare, is a provider for most insurance companies. Your insurance claim will be filed for you by our billing department. You are responsible, however, for payment of copays, deductibles, co-insurance and any services not covered by your insurance. All copays will be collected at the time of check-in.

 

  • I just got my cholesterol results; can you explain HDL, LDL, trigs and total cholesterol numbers?







    High levels of cholesterol increase your chance of coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease is a disease of the blood vessels of the heart that causes a heart attack. Improving your cholesterol numbers help to reduce your risk of getting heart disease.