Cardiology deals with a wide variety of heart conditions which includes conditions affecting the heart circulation, the aorta, valves, heart rhythm and heart function.
The cardiology department is located on the first floor of Forth Valley Royal Infirmary and comprises the cardiology investigation department, cardiology outpatients, cardiology day unit and the cardiology ward. The outpatient department is open between 8am and 4:30pm.
Clinics
The cardiology department runs General Consultant led cardiology clinics in Forth Valley Royal Hospital and some specialist clinics. The cardiology team is made up of a variety of specialists including Cardiac Physiologists, Specialist Nurses, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Consultant Cardiologists, Consultant Nurse and Specialty Doctor. Our cardiac rehabilitation team includes specialist nurses and physiotherapists who are skilled in all aspects of living with heart disease.
Patient information
Referrals
Referrals are by GP or another Consultant only.
Contacts
- Outpatient Department – 01324 566973
- Cardiology Ward – 01324 566992
Do you have one of our cardiac monitors?
Have you previously been fitted with a cardiac monitor?
If you still have the monitor, please return it so other patients can benefit. By handing it back, you’ll also help support timely diagnosis for people who may have undiagnosed heart conditions.
Please return cardiac monitors Monday to Friday to:
Cardiac Investigations / Cardiology Outpatients
First Floor
Forth Valley Royal Hospital
Thank you for supporting our Cardiology team.
Useful links and resources
More information on cardiac conditions can be sourced at:
- British Heart Foundation
- Arrhythmia Alliance
- Cardiomyopathy UK
- Familial Arrhythmia Network Scotland
- Atrial Fibrillation Organisation UK
More information about identifying, treating and managing cardiovascular conditions can be found on NHS Inform.