Dr. Mulugeta Fissha, MD

Dr. Mulugeta Fissha, MD is a Cardiology specialist practicing at AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiovascular Center at Saxon in Deltona, FL. He is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice), dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Cardiovascular care. Dr. Fissha, a seasoned physician with over 25 years of experience, brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care to his patients and their families. He was trained in prestigious institutions including Johns Hopkins University/Sinai hospital, Medical college of Georgia and Newark Beth Israel medical center. He earned his medical degree from Gondar College Of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University|University Of Gondar in 1998, completing an internship at Johns Hopkins University/ Sinai Hospital Program (graduated 2005) and residency training in Cardiology at Sinai Hospital, specializing in the comprehensive medical care of All ages, focusing on proactive health and risk reduction. He further specialized in a specific area of patient health with fellowship training in Med College Georgia Hospital And Clinics. He is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and has received several prestigious awards in research and patient care, including from the VA medical system. 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. Dr. Fissha is committed to improving quality of life, not just how long to live, and offers consultations in Amharic. He is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey. Please call (754) 255-6732 to schedule.

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

• Ventricular Fibrillation: Ventricular fibrillation is a serious heart rhythm disorder, but prompt treatment and preventative measures can help avoid its severe consequences.
• Heart Attack (NSTEMI): Managing risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol is key in preventing NSTEMI, a type of heart attack, and ensuring better long-term cardiovascular health.
• Heart Valve Disorders: Understanding your risk for heart valve disorders, particularly with family history, enables preventative strategies to maintain a healthy heart and avoid severe complications.
• Type 2 Heart Block - Mobitz: Understanding your risk for Mobitz type 2 heart block, a condition affecting the heart's rhythm, can help you work with your doctor to make lifestyle changes and manage your overall cardiovascular health effectively, preventing future heart problems.
• Cardiomyopathy: Protecting your heart from cardiomyopathy involves managing risk factors like high blood pressure and diabetes to avoid further damage and improve your heart's function.
• Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO): While many people with a PFO live without issues, it can be a risk factor for stroke if a blood clot moves through it to the brain; addressing other risk factors like high blood pressure can lessen your stroke risk.
• Pulmonary Valve Disease: Managing risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol is essential for preventing or slowing the progression of pulmonary valve disease.
• Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease: Managing risk factors like high blood pressure and heart infections is crucial in preventing or slowing the progression of nonrheumatic tricuspid disease.
• Typical Atrial Flutter: Managing atrial flutter effectively through lifestyle changes and medication helps prevent serious complications like blood clots and stroke, safeguarding your long-term heart health.
• Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease: Managing both high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease is vital for protecting your heart and kidneys; taking prescribed medications and following a healthy lifestyle can help prevent future health issues.
• Second Degree Heart Block: Having a second-degree heart block means your heart's electrical system isn't working perfectly, leading to irregular heartbeats; proactive monitoring and treatment can significantly reduce your risk of stroke and other heart problems.
• Hyperlipidemia: Don't let high cholesterol sneak up on you—hyperlipidemia often has no symptoms, so regular blood tests are vital for early detection and prevention.

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

• Electrocardiogram (EKG): Take charge of your heart health with an EKG—a quick, painless test that screens for irregular heartbeats and other abnormalities that could lead to life-threatening conditions.
• Tilt_Testing: Taking a proactive step toward better heart health, a tilt table test can help rule out heart rhythm issues that cause fainting or dizziness.
• Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography): To proactively safeguard your heart health, a cardiac catheterization uses special imaging to detect narrowed or blocked arteries, enabling timely treatment and reducing your risk of future cardiovascular events.
• Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography: To proactively safeguard your heart health, consider a vascular duplex ultrasound and plethysmography; this non-invasive scan helps identify blockages or other issues in your arteries and veins before they become major problems.
• Peripheral Artery Catheterization: As a preventative measure, peripheral artery catheterization helps identify blockages in your leg and foot arteries, enabling timely treatment to reduce your risk of stroke and heart attack.
• Thrombolysis: By dissolving blood clots that block blood flow to your heart or brain, thrombolysis is a life-saving treatment that can dramatically reduce the severity and long-term effects of heart attacks and strokes.
• Cardioversion: Take a proactive step toward better heart health: cardioversion can restore your heart to a healthy rhythm, significantly lowering your risk of future cardiovascular events.
• Nuclear Stress Testing: Protecting your heart's future starts with a nuclear stress test, which uses a small amount of radioactive material to create images showing how well blood flows to your heart muscle, thus allowing for early detection of coronary artery disease.
• Impella Device: For patients undergoing risky cardiac interventions, the Impella device offers crucial support to help ensure the procedure's success and a smoother recovery, lessening the risk of complications.
• Cardiac Imaging: Take a proactive step towards better heart health with cardiac imaging. This non-invasive procedure provides clear images of your heart, allowing doctors to identify and address potential problems before they become major health concerns.
• Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest: Take a proactive step towards heart health with a cardiac MRI – it's a non-invasive test that can identify potential heart issues before they become major problems, helping prevent strokes and heart attacks.
• Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Take a proactive step toward a healthier heart with myocardial perfusion imaging. This test visually assesses blood flow to your heart muscle, facilitating early diagnosis and treatment of conditions that could cause heart attacks or strokes.

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. Mulugeta Fissha 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 adhering to a personalized heart health plan, a patient significantly reduced their risk of ventricular fibrillation, gaining peace of mind and confidence in their future well-being.
• By diligently managing cholesterol and blood pressure, a patient significantly reduced their risk of a heart attack (NSTEMI), 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. Mulugeta Fissha:

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

A cardiologist is a medical expert specializing in 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 expert management.

What can I expect during my first visit with Dr. Mulugeta Fissha?

Your first visit with Dr. Fissha will be a comprehensive cardiovascular assessment. We will review your medical and family history, conduct a physical exam, obtain an EKG, and discuss 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 preventive actions. These steps empower you to significantly reduce your risk of a heart attack.

What is heart failure?

Heart failure means the heart isn't pumping blood as efficiently as it should, not that it has stopped working. It's a chronic condition, but manageable with medications and lifestyle changes. Dr. Fissha will work with you to improve your heart function and reduce symptoms like shortness of breath and swelling.

What is the purpose of cardiac rehabilitation?

Cardiac rehabilitation is a medically supervised program of exercise and education designed to help patients recover from heart conditions like heart attacks, stents, or heart surgery. It strengthens the heart, reduces risk factors, and helps patients safely regain their confidence and quality of life.

What is a stent, and how is it placed?

A stent is a tiny, wire-mesh tube that acts as a scaffold to prop open a blocked artery. It's placed during a minimally invasive procedure called an angioplasty, where a catheter is guided through a blood vessel to the heart. This helps improve blood flow.

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 necessary when the heart's natural electrical system isn't working correctly, ensuring the heart beats at a proper, steady rate.

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. Mulugeta Fissha to assess the strength of the heart muscle, check the function of the heart valves, and detect structural problems.

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiovascular Center at Saxon
1565 Saxon Blvd Ste 201
Deltona FL 32725
Phone: (754) 255-6732

Dr. Mulugeta Fissha, 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): 1790827715

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. Mulugeta Fissha 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.