Condition
Heart Palpitations
The feeling that the heart is pounding, racing, fluttering or skipping beats. Many cases are harmless, but some point to a rhythm problem.
Also called: racing heart, fluttering heart, skipped heartbeats
Who Can Help with Heart Palpitations?
- Cardiologists
A physician who diagnoses and treats heart and blood vessel conditions such as heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure and irregular heartbeat.
- Family Doctors
A physician who provides checkups, preventive care and treatment for common illnesses for patients of all ages. Family doctors also manage long-term conditions and refer to specialists when needed.
- Internists
A physician who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness in adults. Many internists serve as primary care doctors.
Where Practices List Heart Palpitations
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- New York, NY (43)
- Brooklyn, NY (38)
- Columbia, MD (8)
- Houston, TX (8)
- Laurel, MD (7)
- Sugar Land, TX (6)
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about heart palpitations and what is right for you.