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Clinical Services at Rush Outpatient Chest Pain Center

Video: A Patient's Story | What to Expect When You Visit |
Who Will Benefit? | Contact Information
If You Think You Are Having a Heart Attack

The Rush Outpatient Chest Pain Center is accredited by the Society of Chest Pain Centers. It is the only center of its kind in Chicago to provide patients with a cardiac chest pain evaluation and heart attack risk assessment in a single visit. Learn more about what it means to be a chest pain center.

Video: Bob's Story

Bob was climbing a hill when a severe pain in his chest brought him to his knees. When his primary care doctor referred him to a cardiologist, he was told that testing and getting results could take weeks. He opted for the Outpatient Chest Pain Center at Rush.

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What to Expect When You Visit

Patients who visit the Outpatient Chest Pain Center at Rush receive a thorough assessment of their risk factors and overall heart health. Patients first meet with a cardiologist to review their medical history, and then receive multiple heart tests, as appropriate, which may include the following:

  • Blood work
  • EKG
  • Stress echocardiogram
  • Heart scan
  • 64-slice CT angiogram

Fasting is required for tests. Following the tests, patients meet with the physician that same morning to discuss findings regarding chest pain and receive recommendations to lower the risk of a heart attack. 

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Who Will Benefit From a Visit?

Anyone who is concerned about heart health will benefit from a visit to the Rush Outpatient Chest Pain Center.  This may include individuals who ...

  • Think they are at risk for a heart attack. Learn more about heart attack and risk factors.
  • Have already had a heart attack.
  • Have nonemergency chronic chest pain or discomfort, especially if brought on by exertion and relieved by rest.
  • Would like a second opinion.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If You Think You Are Having a Heart Attack 

Symptoms of a heart attack include discomfort or pressure in the center of the chest; pain in the shoulders, neck or arms; and shortness of breath or lightheadedness, with or without chest pain.

If you or someone you are with experiences the symptoms of a heart attack, don't wait longer than a few minutes (no more than 5) before calling for help. Call 9-1-1. Get to a hospital right away.

To learn more about heart attack symptoms, visit our health information library.

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Contact Name
Rush Outpatient Chest Pain Center
Contact Phone
(888) 352-RUSH
Contact E-mail
contact_rush@rush.edu



LocationHours of Operation
Rush Professional Office Building
1725 W. Harrison St., Suite 1159
Chicago, IL 60612

Appointments are available Monday through Friday. To make an appointment, call (888) 352-RUSH. If you suspect you are having a heart attack, call 911.



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