Your first heart check up: What to expect !
Have you been putting off your heart check up? You’re not alone.
Many people wait until symptoms like chest discomfort, fatigue, or shortness of breath arise before seeing a cardiologist.
But the truth is, heart disease can develop silently—often without obvious signs.
Regular heart health check ups are a proactive way to assess your heart’s health, identify early warning signs, and reduce your risk of serious conditions like heart attacks or strokes.
Whether you’re managing risk factors like high blood pressure or want peace of mind, a thorough heart check up can provide vital answers and reassurance.
In this blog, we’ll explain what to expect and why investing in your heart health now is a decision you won’t regret.
Why does a heart health check up matter?
A regular heart check up is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your long-term health. Here’s why it matters:
- Detects silent heart conditions early: Many heart diseases develop without symptoms. A heart check up helps identify warning signs like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or abnormal rhythms before they become dangerous.
- Assesses your risk profile: Your age, family history, lifestyle, and existing medical conditions all influence your heart health. A detailed check-up evaluates your specific risk factors.
- Supports preventive care: Prevention is far more effective (and less costly) than emergency treatment. A timely heart check up package allows you to take action before issues escalate.
- Guides lifestyle and treatment decisions: Whether you need dietary changes, exercise guidance, or medication, your check-up results help create a personalised care plan tailored to your heart’s needs.
- Provides peace of mind: Even if everything is normal, knowing your heart is healthy brings confidence and reassurance.
What to expect during your first heart check up with Dr Tamkeen Kinah?
Visiting a cardiologist for the first time can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re experiencing symptoms like palpitations or chest discomfort.
Dr Tamkeen Kinah ensures the process is smooth, supportive, and tailored to your individual needs.
Here’s what you can expect:
1. Personalised medical history review
Your first heart check up will begin with a personalised medical history review. Dr Tamkeen Kinah will:
- Discuss your current symptoms, such as palpitations, dizziness, fatigue, or chest pain
- Review your family history of heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure
- Assess key lifestyle factors, such as smoking habits, diet, exercise routines, and stress levels
2. Physical examination
Next, you’ll undergo a comprehensive physical examination, including blood pressure monitoring, heart rate monitoring, and respiratory assessment.
Dr Tamkeen will listen to your heart for murmurs or irregular rhythms and look for any signs of cardiovascular risk that may require attention.
3. Diagnostic testing
Depending on your symptoms and risk profile, a set of diagnostic tests will be performed. These may include:
- Electrocardiogram (ECG): Records the heart’s electrical activity
- Echocardiogram: Ultrasound of the heart to assess function and structure
- Stress Test: Monitors the heart’s response to physical activity
- Blood Tests: Lipid profile, glucose levels, kidney function, and more
4. Tailored care plan
After all assessments are complete, Dr Tamkeen will craft a tailored care plan designed specifically for your heart.
Depending on your unique needs, this plan may involve lifestyle changes, medications, or follow-up tests.
Throughout the entire heart check up, Dr Tamkeen’s compassionate and patient-focused approach ensures that you feel comfortable, informed, and in control of your heart health journey.
Who should get a heart check up?
You don’t need to be experiencing severe symptoms to benefit from a heart health check up. Early detection is key.
Consider booking a heart check up if you:
- Have symptoms like palpitations, chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath
- Have a personal or family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or stroke
- Are over the age of 40—even if you feel healthy
- Lead a sedentary lifestyle, face chronic stress, or have poor sleep habits
- Are living with conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, or thyroid disorders
Regular heart check ups can help you stay one step ahead and ensure your heart remains healthy for years.
Comprehensive heart check up packages tailored for you
Dr Tamkeen Kinah offers thoughtfully designed heart check up packages that go beyond basic tests. These packages are personalised based on your age, symptoms, and risk profile to ensure nothing gets missed.
What’s typically included:
- Full consultation and lifestyle risk assessment
- Blood tests: lipid profile, glucose, kidney function, thyroid, vitamin D
- ECG and resting heart evaluation
- Chest X-ray and stress ECG (if required)
- Optional echocardiogram or stress echo for high-risk individuals
These packages are ideal for anyone over 40 or those with a family history of heart conditions. You’ll receive expert interpretation, a complete risk assessment, and a tailored care plan—all under the guidance of Dr Tamkeen Kinah leading cardiologist in Dubai.
Trust Dr Tamkeen Kinah for expert cardiac care
Dr Tamkeen Kinah is recognised among the best heart specialists in Dubai. With extensive experience in clinical and preventive cardiovascular medicine, he is known for his internationally respected expertise and holistic approach. Dr Tamkeen provides exceptional care marked by compassion, professionalism, and clinical excellence.
Ready to take the first step towards peace of mind?
Book your personalised heart health check up today and safeguard your most vital organ for life.
Some MUST-KNOW FAQ's
Your first heart check up typically includes a detailed discussion of symptoms and lifestyle, a physical exam, and tests such as an ECG, blood work, and sometimes a stress test or echocardiogram.
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes and avoid wearing jewellery around the chest and neck. If a stress test is scheduled, bring walking shoes or sneakers and appropriate attire for light physical activity.
At your first cardiology appointment, expect a full review of your medical and family history, lifestyle habits, and symptoms. The doctor may order tests to evaluate your heart’s rhythm, function, and overall health.
Typically, your first cardiologist appointment may take 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the number of tests involved and the complexity of your health concerns.
Yes, it’s completely normal to feel nervous before seeing a cardiologist, especially if you’re unsure about what to expect. Dr Tamkeen Kinah’s patient-first approach ensures you feel heard, supported, and informed every step of the way.
In most cases, yes. However, if blood tests are scheduled—especially for cholesterol or glucose—you may be asked to fast for 8–12 hours. Always confirm with the clinic beforehand.
While many people see a cardiologist after age 40, you should consider an earlier heart check up if you have symptoms, a strong family history of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol.