Consultative Cardiology

The Consultative Cardiology Program at Stanford provides an integrative approach to the diagnostic evaluation of the cardiovascular system and to the formulation of short- and long-term therapeutic strategies for these patients. This program is led by  Stanley Rockson, M.D.

Program for Atherosclerosis and Cardiovascular Therapies -- PACT Program is designed for people who have a history of heart disease, are at risk for heart disease or simply want to know their risk for future cardiovascular events. The services available include:

• Integrated approach to the aggressive control of all risk factors with an emphasis on cholesterol and blood pressure
• Intensive education to promote a heart-healthy lifestyle
• Individualized nutrition assessment, education and support services
• Smoking cessation referrals
• Specialized cholesterol and lipoprotein measurements
• State-of-the-art catheter and surgical interventions
• Access to experimental programs with emerging technologies for patients with complex disease.

Cardiovascular Consultation is available throughout Stanford University hospitals and clinics. Pre- and peri-operative evaluation, second opinion consultation, risk-stratification of pre-existing cardiovascular conditions, integration of multiple or complex therapeutic regimens, and evaluation for possible surgical or catheter-based interventions, and long-term cardiovascular follow-up care are provided by the Consultative Cardiology Service in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine.

Contact Information

Cardiovascular Medicine Receptionist Telephone (650) 723-6141
FAX (650) 725-1599

Postal address
Falk Cardiovascular Research Center
Stanford University Medical Center
300 Pasteur Drive
Stanford, CA 94305-5406

Please call the Cardiovascular Clinic to schedule an evaluation:
Phone (650) 723-6459
Fax  (650) 723-8392

For questions about the treatment program, please call the Treatment Center:
Phone (650) 498-6921
Fax (650) 498-7906