The medical branch of cardiology entails the study of cardiovascular disease and anything related to the heart. Cardiology also deals with the arteries and it is used to diagnose and treat conditions such as blockages in the heart. Cardiologists treat heart problems while cognizant of the fact that high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes are contributing factors that pose risks to the heart as well.
The topic of medical tourism has been at the forefront in Barbados for some time as there has been a push to market the island under such standards. Though the thought of going to another island for medical treatment can seem to be an expensive venture, it has been proven time and time again that even when air fare, accommodation and the rental of a vehicle are all included, medical vacations are substantially cheaper than domestic healthcare.
Medical tourism is a billion dollar industry and one sure aspect of boosting such a tourism product right here in Barbados, is the medical branch of cardiology. Cardiologists in Barbados have been concerned about the increasing amount of heart disease on the island. Bad eating habits and not paying enough attention to one's lifestyle habits have both played pivotal roles in the increase of heart disease cases.
Barbados currently has four (4) cardiologists listed and they are as follows:-
