Dr. Carlos Gonzalez Lengua, MD

Dr. Carlos Gonzalez Lengua, MD is a Cardiology specialist practicing at his clinic in Vero Beach, FL, dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Cardiovascular care. He is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). Your cardiologist is your primary partner in preventing heart disease and stroke, collaborating with you to create a long-term health plan, coordinate essential screenings, and manage cardiovascular risk factors for a lifetime of wellness. He serves all ages, focusing on proactive health and risk reduction. Please call (772) 567-4311 to confirm if Dr. Lengua is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Carlos Gonzalez Lengua, MD is a cardiologist in Vero Beach, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gonzalez Lengua has extensive experience in Interventional Cardiac Procedures. He graduated from International Medical and Technological University School of Medicine (Vignan) in 2007. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in Cardiovascular care, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care to his patients and their families. His commitment to collaborative, evidence-based medicine and creating a supportive environment empowers patients to take an active role in their long-term health. He earned his medical degree from International Medical And Technological University School Of Medicine (Vignan) in 2007 and is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Board Certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Carlos Lengua provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Carlos Lengua is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Carlos Lengua can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Carlos Lengua provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension): Protecting your heart starts with healthy lungs: managing chronic pulmonary diseases helps avoid future heart problems and complications.
• Chronic Congestive Heart Failure: By taking steps to manage conditions like high blood pressure and high cholesterol, you can significantly reduce your risk of developing chronic congestive heart failure.
• Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis: Rheumatic mitral stenosis, a condition affecting the heart's mitral valve, underscores the value of preventive care in managing potential complications from untreated infections.
• Hypotension: Understanding and managing your blood pressure, both high and low, is essential in preventative care to reduce your risk of cardiovascular problems.
• Arrhythmias: Early detection of arrhythmias is key to preventing long-term heart damage and maintaining a healthy heart rhythm.
• Biventricular Heart Failure: Managing conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes is essential to prevent biventricular heart failure, emphasizing the significance of consistent preventive care to safeguard your heart health.
• Subacute Endocarditis: Managing underlying conditions like heart valve problems or weakened immune systems can significantly reduce your risk of developing subacute endocarditis, a slow-growing infection of the heart's inner lining.
• Typical Atrial Flutter: Preventing atrial flutter from progressing is vital for maintaining a healthy heart; proactive strategies like managing blood pressure and adopting a healthy lifestyle can significantly help.
• Congestive Heart Failure: Congestive heart failure (CHF) makes it hard for your heart to pump enough blood, but early detection and lifestyle changes can help prevent it from worsening and improve your quality of life.
• Hyperlipidemia: High cholesterol, or hyperlipidemia, is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke, making early detection and management crucial for preventing serious health problems.
• Secondary Renovascular Hypertension: If you have narrowed kidney arteries causing high blood pressure (renovascular hypertension), proactive management helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney failure.
• Septic Embolism: Managing infections effectively is vital in reducing your risk of a septic embolism, a dangerous condition that can lead to heart damage and stroke.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Carlos Lengua offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Cardiovascular Stress Test: Take a proactive step towards heart health with a cardiovascular stress test; it checks how well your heart functions during physical activity to identify hidden risks of heart disease or stroke.
• Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair: To proactively manage your heart health, consider transcatheter mitral valve repair; this procedure helps fix a leaky mitral valve, preventing serious complications like stroke and heart failure.
• Mitral Valve Repair: Protecting your heart's future: mitral valve repair addresses problems with the mitral valve, improving heart function and preventing serious cardiovascular issues.
• Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment: Take control of your heart health by scheduling a structural heart disease evaluation; it helps identify structural issues, enabling early intervention and a better prognosis.
• Peripheral Artery Catheterization: To proactively monitor your heart health, a peripheral artery catheterization provides a detailed look at the arteries in your limbs, helping diagnose and prevent conditions like peripheral artery disease (PAD).
• Aortic Valve Surgery: Taking proactive steps towards heart health, aortic valve surgery addresses a critical valve problem, restoring efficient blood flow and preventing serious complications.
• Tilt Table Testing: This test helps doctors understand if changes in blood pressure or heart rate are causing your symptoms, allowing for proactive management of heart health.
• Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI): To keep your heart healthy, PCI can be used to clear blockages in your coronary arteries, helping prevent future cardiovascular events.
• Pharmacologic Nuclear Stress Test: As a proactive step in managing your cardiovascular health, a pharmacologic nuclear stress test provides detailed images of your heart to detect reduced blood flow that could signal heart disease.
• Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography: This non-invasive screening, combining vascular duplex ultrasound and plethysmography, gives your doctor valuable information about the condition of your blood vessels, allowing for timely intervention and prevention of serious cardiovascular events.
• Arrhythmia Screening: Protecting your heart starts with knowing its rhythm: an arrhythmia screening can identify irregularities and allow for timely intervention.
• Impella Device: The Impella device is a temporary heart pump that assists your heart's pumping action during complex heart procedures, helping to reduce risks and improve outcomes.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Cardiology in Florida.

Dr. Carlos Lengua is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By proactively managing their lung health and following a tailored plan, a patient significantly reduced their risk of developing chronic pulmonary heart diseases, gaining peace of mind and a healthier future.
• By actively managing high blood pressure and cholesterol, a patient significantly reduced their risk of developing chronic congestive heart failure, gaining peace of mind and a healthier future.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Cardiovascular care with Dr. Carlos Lengua:

What is a Cardiologist, and when should I see one?

A cardiologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. You should see a cardiologist if you experience symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath, have a family history of heart disease, or have risk factors like high blood pressure or high cholesterol that require specialized management.

What can I expect during my first visit with Dr. Carlos Lengua?

Your first visit with Dr. Lengua will be a comprehensive cardiovascular assessment. We'll review your medical and family history, perform a physical exam, and obtain an EKG. A discussion about your lifestyle and risk factors will follow, and this will be the first step in creating a personalized heart health plan tailored to you.

What are the most important things I can do to prevent a heart attack?

Taking control of your cardiovascular health is achievable. Knowing and managing your blood pressure and cholesterol, not smoking, regular physical activity, and a heart-healthy diet are key. These steps empower you to significantly reduce your risk of a heart attack.

What is a pacemaker, and who needs one?

A pacemaker is a small electronic device implanted under the skin to help regulate a slow or irregular heartbeat. It's needed when the heart's natural electrical system isn't working correctly, ensuring the heart beats at a proper, steady rate.

What is Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), and is it dangerous?

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common type of irregular and often rapid heartbeat. While the irregular rhythm itself isn't typically life-threatening, it significantly increases the risk of stroke. Dr. Lengua and our team are experts in managing AFib with medications and procedures to control the rhythm and prevent strokes.

How is Peripheral Artery Disease (P.A.D.) related to heart disease?

Peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) is caused by atherosclerosis, the same process that leads to coronary artery disease. This plaque buildup affects the arteries in the legs and feet. Having P.A.D. is a significant warning sign, indicating a substantial risk for heart attack and stroke.

How do you treat high blood pressure (hypertension)?

We aim to not just lower your blood pressure numbers, but to prevent long-term damage to your heart, brain, and kidneys. This involves foundational lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, and if needed, medication to safely reach a personalized target blood pressure. Our approach is tailored to your individual needs.

What is a cardiac ablation procedure?

Cardiac ablation is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat certain types of fast heart rhythms. A specialist uses catheters to locate and eliminate the problematic heart tissue using heat or cold energy, often resolving the arrhythmia.

1000 36th St
Vero Beach FL 32960
Phone: (772) 567-4311

Dr. Carlos Gonzalez Lengua, MD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1568732451

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Cardiology like Dr. Carlos Lengua are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your cardiology about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.