Pediatric Cardiologist

A pediatric cardiologist is a highly specialized physician who diagnoses and treats heart conditions in infants, children, and teenagers. These specialists receive 3+ years of additional training beyond general pediatrics to manage complex cardiac issues in young patients.

Conditions a Pediatric Cardiologist Treats

  1. Congenital Heart Defects:

    • Ventricular Septal Defects (VSD)

    • Tetralogy of Fallot

    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

  2. Acquired Heart Conditions:

    • Rheumatic Heart Disease

    • Kawasaki Disease

    • Myocarditis

  3. Other Cardiac Issues:

    • Childhood Arrhythmias

    • Hypertension in Children

    • Cardiomyopathies

Advanced Diagnostic Services

✔ Fetal Echocardiography (Prenatal heart screening)
✔ 3D Echocardiograms
✔ Exercise Stress Testing for Children
✔ Holter & Event Monitoring
✔ Cardiac MRI/CT Scans

Treatment Approaches

  • Non-Surgical Interventions:
    ✓ Medication Management
    ✓ Cardiac Catheterization Procedures
    ✓ Pacemaker Implantation

  • Surgical Solutions:
    ✓ Congenital Heart Defect Repairs
    ✓ Valve Replacement/Repair
    ✓ Heart Transplant Coordination

Why Choose Our Pediatric Cardiology Team?

✓ Board-Certified Specialists with 15+ years experience
✓ Child-Friendly Testing Environment
✓ Multidisciplinary Care Approach
✓ Long-Term Follow-Up Programs

Emergency Cardiac Services: Available 24/7 for critical cases

When to See a Pediatric Cardiologist

  • Blue-tinged lips/skin (Cyanosis)

  • Difficulty feeding in infants

  • Excessive fatigue during play

  • Chest pain or fainting spells

  • Family history of childhood heart disease

Early Intervention Matters: 90% of congenital heart defects can be effectively managed with timely care

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Mazyar Rastegar

Mazyar Rastegar

Pediatric Cardiologist

Dr. Mazyar Rastegar is a specialized pediatric cardiologist in Tehran with a focus on fetal cardiology, newborns, and children. His […]

Iran, Tehran