Cardiology
Conditions We Treat
We treat all heart conditions, including:
- Congenital heart disease
- Cardiac arrest
- Heart disease in oncology patients
Meet Your Care Team
Ahmad J. Abu-HalimahMD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI
- Heart and Vascular,
- Interventional Cardiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease
David AmlickeMD
- Cardiovascular Disease,
- General Cardiology,
- Interventional Cardiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease
Why Choose Cardiology at Vanderbilt
- Recognized care
Vanderbilt is consistently ranked among the nation’s best by leading authorities on health care quality. People from throughout the Southeast and across the country rely on us for the best and most innovative care possible.
- Knowledge and experience
As one of the busiest heart programs in the U.S., our experience means quality care for you. We welcome all heart patients, whether you have the most common condition or the most complex.
- A team centered on your needs
Vanderbilt Health brings together specialized providers, advanced technology and research in one connected system. If your care is part of a more complex health concern, we’ll work with experts in all areas related to your care to tailor a treatment plan just for you
- Wide range of treatments
Your cardiologist can help you make diet and exercise changes or prescribe the appropriate medicine. If you need more advanced treatment, such as surgery, our Vanderbilt team can handle all of your care. And if heart transplant is your next step, you’re already at the right place. Vanderbilt Health is one of the top heart transplant programs in the world, providing patients with outstanding outcomes and access to innovative new research and treatments.
- Advanced care
As part of the region’s leading academic health system, we’re leaders in solving the most complex problems. That prepares us to solve any problem. You can rest assured you’ll receive the latest care available.
- Access to new options
Our researchers are leaders in exploring ways to improve care. You may have the option to take part in studies called clinical trials, which test promising new approaches under close monitoring. Participation is always your choice. We’ll give you the information you need to decide. Explore clinical trials.
- Multiple care locations
We offer medical and support services with easy access locations throughout Middle Tennessee, so you can receive your care closer to you.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- CT scan
- Echocardiography
- Electrocardiography (ECG or EKG)
- Exercise stress test










