Dr. Maria Demori, MD

Dr. Maria Demori, MD is a Cardiology specialist at The Cardiovascular Center of Florida in Orlando, FL, dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Cardiovascular care. Registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice), she is a valued partner in preventive health, committed to creating long-term wellness plans. 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. She serves all ages, focusing on proactive health and risk reduction, and is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey. Call (850) 328-3974 to schedule.

Dr. Demori is a cardiology specialist with over 30 years of experience, having graduated from Luis Razetti Medical School at Central University of Venezuela in 1993 and completing her internal medicine residency at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, IL. She further specialized in adult cardiology at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL, and completed an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Florida at Shands in Gainesville. This rigorous medical training from recognized institutions, including residency at Michael Reese Hospital & Medical Center, and fellowship training at Uf Health Shands Hospital and Rush Medical College, has equipped her with a deep understanding of cardiovascular health. Dr. Demori is board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and specializes in general cardiology, heart failure, cardiac amyloidosis, women and heart disease including pregnancy and heart disease, cardio oncology, and advanced cardiovascular imaging. She believes and strives to provide excellent, compassionate, and patient-centered medical care. Dr. Maria Demori offers consultations in Spanish.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Maria Demori 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. Maria Demori 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. Maria Demori 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:

• Hypertensive Heart without Failure: Your high blood pressure is impacting your heart's health, even though you don't have heart failure yet. Managing your blood pressure now helps prevent more serious complications down the line.
• Coarctation of the Aorta: Managing coarctation of the aorta through timely medical intervention is key for preventing long-term cardiovascular damage, including weakening of the heart muscle and stroke.
• 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.
• Angina: Angina is chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart, and early recognition can help prevent a heart attack.
• Acute Congestive Heart Failure: Early detection and management of conditions like high blood pressure and high cholesterol are crucial in preventing the development of acute congestive heart failure and its potentially devastating consequences.
• Venous Compression: By proactively managing conditions causing venous compression, such as obesity or prolonged immobility, you significantly lower your risk of developing life-threatening complications such as stroke.
• Subacute Endocarditis: Subacute endocarditis, a gradual infection of the heart valves, underscores the need for swift medical attention to any suspected infection and careful management of existing heart conditions to avoid severe consequences.
• Noninfective Endocarditis: By addressing risk factors like abnormal blood flow and valvular disease, you can actively prevent or significantly delay the onset and progression of noninfective endocarditis, preserving heart health.
• Coronary Artery Dissection: Coronary artery dissection is a serious condition where a tear in a heart artery can restrict blood flow, emphasizing the importance of proactive heart health management to reduce risk factors and prevent this complication.
• Heart Attack (NSTEMI): A non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) is a type of heart attack where blood flow to the heart is partially blocked, highlighting the importance of regular check-ups and managing risk factors to prevent more serious events.
• Aortic Ectasia: Aortic ectasia is a widening of the aorta, your body's largest artery, and early detection through regular checkups can help prevent serious complications like aortic dissection.
• Sinus Bradycardia: A slow heartbeat, or sinus bradycardia, might not always cause symptoms, but proactive monitoring and management can prevent serious health issues and improve your overall cardiovascular health.

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. Maria Demori offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Electrocardiogram (EKG): Don't wait for symptoms; proactively assess your heart health with an EKG, a simple test that can detect underlying issues and help prevent serious cardiovascular events.
• Tilt_Testing: This test is a valuable tool in diagnosing neurocardiogenic syncope, a condition that can sometimes be related to heart health.
• Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist: As a proactive measure to prevent heart disease, a cardiac catheterization with robotic assist allows doctors to assess the health of your heart's arteries and identify areas of narrowing or blockage, preventing serious complications.
• Nuclear Stress Testing: Nuclear stress testing is a safe and effective way to proactively check your heart's health and help prevent future heart attacks or strokes by detecting blockages in your arteries.
• Cardiac Ultrasound: A cardiac ultrasound is a painless test using sound waves to create images of your heart, helping detect problems early and prevent future heart disease or stroke.
• Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation: An automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is a proactive step to protect your heart by detecting and correcting dangerously irregular heartbeats that could cause sudden cardiac arrest.
• Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography): A cardiac catheterization helps doctors check your heart's arteries for blockages that could lead to a heart attack or stroke, allowing for early intervention and prevention.
• Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator: Proactive removal or revision of a malfunctioning pacemaker or defibrillator prevents disruptions to your heart rhythm, safeguarding your overall cardiovascular health.
• Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment: Ensure your heart's structural integrity with a comprehensive evaluation; early detection of abnormalities can prevent the development of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular issues.
• Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator: This procedure involves inserting a wire into your heart's left ventricle to help prevent dangerous heart rhythms that can lead to stroke or sudden cardiac death.
• Dobutamine Thallium Stress Test: Taking proactive steps for heart health, this test uses medication and imaging to screen for narrowed heart arteries, potentially preventing future cardiovascular events.
• Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: This imaging test helps doctors pinpoint areas of reduced blood flow to your heart, allowing for timely intervention and prevention of serious complications like heart attacks and strokes, making it a crucial step in proactive heart care.

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. Maria Demori 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 blood pressure through lifestyle changes and regular checkups, a patient significantly reduced the risk of future heart problems, gaining peace of mind about their cardiovascular health.
• By understanding their risk factors and following a proactive medical plan, a patient gained valuable peace of mind, knowing that timely intervention could prevent potential long-term cardiovascular damage.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She 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. Maria Demori:

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

A cardiologist is a medical expert specializing in the heart and blood vessels. If you experience symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath, have a family history of heart disease, or have risk factors such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol needing expert management, it's a good idea to see a cardiologist.

What can I expect during my first visit with Dr. Maria Demori?

Your first visit with Dr. Demori will be a comprehensive cardiovascular assessment. We'll review your medical and family history, conduct a physical exam, perform an EKG, and discuss your lifestyle and risk factors. This is the first step in creating a personalized heart health plan for 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 steps. These actions empower you to significantly reduce your risk of a heart attack.

What is an echocardiogram?

An echocardiogram, or "echo," is a safe and painless ultrasound of the heart. It uses sound waves to create moving pictures of the heart, allowing Dr. Demori to assess the strength of the heart muscle, check the function of the heart valves, and detect structural problems.

What is a cardiac stress test?

A cardiac stress test evaluates how your heart performs during physical activity. You walk on a treadmill while your EKG and blood pressure are monitored. It's a key non-invasive tool to detect potential blockages in the coronary arteries.

What is a calcium score screening?

A calcium score screening is a special CT scan of the heart that measures the amount of calcified plaque in the coronary arteries. It's a powerful preventive tool to help Dr. Demori better understand a patient's future risk of a heart attack and guide the intensity of their prevention strategy.

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

Peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) is caused by the same buildup of plaque (atherosclerosis) that leads to coronary artery disease, but it affects the arteries in the legs and feet. Having P.A.D. is a significant warning sign, strongly suggesting a heightened risk of heart attack and stroke.

What is a heart murmur?

A heart murmur is an extra sound heard when listening to the heart. Many murmurs are innocent and harmless; Dr. Demori is an expert at determining the cause, often using an echocardiogram to see if the murmur is related to a heart valve problem that needs monitoring or treatment.

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida
1723 Lucerne Ter Ste 100
Orlando FL 32806
Phone: (850) 328-3974

Dr. Maria Demori, 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): 1255353330

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. Maria Demori 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.