Vertigo Specialist

Chinatown Cardiology

Cardiologists & Interventional Cardiologists located in Chinatown, New York, NY & Flushing, NY

Vertigo, dizziness and fainting (syncope) can occur for a wide number of reasons. At Chinatown Cardiology, with locations in the Chinatown neighborhood of New York City and Flushing and Brooklyn, New York, the top-rated physicians conduct tilt table tests to diagnose the underlying cause of dizziness.

Vertigo Q & A

Vertigo Specialist

Vertigo, dizziness, and fainting (syncope) can occur for a wide range of reasons. At Chinatown Cardiology, the experienced cardiology team evaluates patients experiencing dizziness or balance issues to determine whether symptoms may be related to cardiovascular conditions, blood pressure changes, or heart rhythm abnormalities.

What is vertigo?

Vertigo is a symptom rather than a condition. It is commonly described as the sensation that you or your surroundings are spinning. These sensations can range from mild to severe and may last seconds, minutes, or longer.

Dizziness may result from relatively minor issues, such as inner ear disturbances, or more serious concerns involving the nervous system or cardiovascular system. Because dizziness can sometimes be associated with heart or circulation problems, it’s important to receive a proper medical evaluation.

What causes dizziness?

Two common categories of dizziness include:

Neurogenic causes – related to the nervous system or inner ear
Cardiogenic causes – related to heart rhythm, blood flow, or blood pressure

Some patients experience orthostatic hypotension, which occurs when blood pressure drops after standing up quickly. Others may experience vasovagal syncope, which involves a temporary drop in heart rate and blood pressure triggered by the vagus nerve.

How is the cause of dizziness evaluated?

If you experience unexplained dizziness, vertigo, or fainting, your cardiologist may recommend a comprehensive cardiovascular evaluation. This may include:

A detailed medical history and physical exam
Electrocardiogram (EKG) to evaluate heart rhythm
Heart monitoring such as a Holter monitor or event monitor
Echocardiography to assess heart structure and function
Blood pressure and circulation evaluation

These tests help identify whether your symptoms may be related to cardiovascular conditions, circulation changes, or other underlying medical issues.

Office Visit Copays, Coinsurance, and Deductibles

See our list of insurance accepted. If you don't see yours, please call the office, we will be happy to help. Copay is typically a fixed amount associated with an office visit and diagnostic services, depending on your health plan agreement. Copay is collected at the time of service. Coinsurances are based upon the percentage of the allowed amount for a covered service; this portion varies depending on your healthcare contract. Coinsurance applies after deductible is met. Deductibles are predetermined and are also member’s responsibility. Deductible are an annual responsibility, defined by your benefit plan level, deductibles are also collected upfront. If you have any questions regarding your member responsibility please contact the telephone number on the back of insurance card.