A day in the life of a Cardiologist

This video aims to demystify the responsibilities of a cardiologist working in a hospital. It will
showcase the different aspects of their responsibilities. The audience will get to learn about the
type of equipment and tools used by cardiologists to diagnose and pre-screen patients for
diseases. They will also learn which departments they have to work with on a regular basis to
ensure the best treatment for patients. Next, they will learn the process of diagnosing patients
using tests and equipment. What the different types of tests are used for will also be explained in
more detail to clear any misconceptions.

This video was created by McMaster students; Keny Patel, Talia Amir, Alexandro Chu, Srustie
Patel, and Helly Shah in collaboration with the McMaster Demystifying Medicine Program.

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HTHSCI 4DM3 Talia Amir, Alexandro Chu, Keny Patel, Srustie Patel, Helly
Shah
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