Heart Attack / Chest Pain Center
If you suspect you are having a heart attack, call 911 immediately.
To request a same-day appointment, call 706-664-0584.
Chest pain is often the first sign that you may be experiencing a heart attack. Other symptoms can include:
- Discomfort, squeezing, or pressure in the chest
- Nausea or vomiting
- Upper body pain, ranging from your neck, teeth, or jaw to your shoulders, back, and arms
- Stomach pain
- Shortness of breath or acute fatigue
- Anxiety, sweating, and lightheadedness
Region’s First Accredited Chest Pain Center
Getting treated quickly is key to saving heart muscle and helping people survive heart attack. Our Chest Pain Team was the first in the region to be accredited by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care for meeting stringent criteria designed to speed the treatment of patients who are experiencing chest pain in a safe and efficient manner.