Which specialist treats angina?
Short answer
A cardiologist treats angina, with a general practitioner often arranging the initial assessment and referral.
This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.
At a glance
- Main specialist
- Cardiologist
- Common first assessment
- GP review and ECG when appropriate
What this means
Angina is chest discomfort caused by the heart muscle not receiving enough oxygen during demand. It may feel like pressure, tightness, squeezing or heaviness, and can spread to the arm, jaw, back or shoulder. Shortness of breath may occur with or without chest discomfort.
A cardiologist reviews the pattern, examination and risk factors, then decides which tests and treatments are appropriate. An ECG records the heart's electrical activity. Blood pressure medication, statin therapy or other measures may be part of a wider plan, depending on your findings.
What to do next
Arrange prompt medical assessment for new, recurring or activity-related chest symptoms. Record when discomfort starts, what brings it on, how long it lasts, where it travels and what relieves it. Take your medicine list and mention smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
Follow the prescribed plan and do not change heart medicines without medical advice. A GP can assess you first, but suspected angina commonly needs cardiology review.
When to seek care
Call emergency services for chest pain or tightness that is severe, new, prolonged, occurs at rest, or does not improve as directed. Emergency help is also needed with sweating, nausea, fainting, marked shortness of breath or pain spreading to the arm, jaw or back.
Questions for your doctor
Could this pattern be angina? Do I need an ECG or cardiology referral? What should I do if symptoms occur at rest? How do blood pressure and cholesterol affect my plan?
Find care
General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi
That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.
27 Ar Ruwwad St - Shakhbout City - MSH4 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Accepts: Daman, Thiqa, Cigna, MetLife +20 more
Al Ruwais, Al Dhafrah
Accepts: Daman, Thiqa, AXA, Cigna +16 more
Al Bahyah - Al Bahyah Old - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Accepts: Daman, Thiqa, Cigna, Allianz Care +18 more
Abu Dhabi
Accepts: Daman, Thiqa, AXA, Cigna +27 more
Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.
A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.
Questions people ask
Can a GP diagnose angina?
A GP can assess symptoms and arrange initial tests, but suspected angina often needs cardiology evaluation.
Is every episode of chest pain angina?
No. Chest pain has many possible causes, and urgent symptoms must be assessed without trying to diagnose the cause at home.
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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.