Sports Cardiology

Movement as Medicine. Wellness by Design.

Overview

Given our passion for prevention and exercise promotion, sports cardiology is a natural extension of the Lown Group's comprehensive approach to cardiovascular wellness. There are difference in the athlete heart that don't follow the general guidelines of cardiology. Let us help you understand them while safely optimizing your training.


We provide everything from singular goal specific tests, to exercise counseling, clearance evaluations, and Athlete Performance Assessments.

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Our team is made up of Harvard-trained, Board-certified Cardiologists who are fellows of the American College of Cardiology and members of the ACC Sports and Exercise Section. A sport passionate Nurse Practitioner, and Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologists.

Sports Cardiology

Who We Help

Amateur Endurance Athletes

Aspiring Athletes


People who are looking to become more consistent with their exercise and physical fitness.

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Adult Athletes

Adult and Masters Athletes


We define an thlete as anyone who regulary participates in physical activity. Regardless of team or competitive status.

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High School and College Students

College Athletes & Adult Athletic Clubs


Sport specific athletes whether at collegiate or recreational levels.

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Services Provided

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Athlete Performance & Risk Assessments

We conduct 3 different appointments to create a personal performance plan tailored to you.

  • An initial one-on-one consult and evaluation with our sports cardiologist to determine your medical history, provide an in-depth risk assessment, and determine appropriate next steps and testing.
  • Personalized cardiovascular testing is ordered by our physicians. These tests may include, stress testing, echocardiogram, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, indirect calorimetry, body mass indexing, blood work, and more.
  • A follow up visit after all results are ready to be reviewed with the sports cardiologist to explain your tailored and specific exercise plan where you can set goals and understanding your training better.
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Physical Evaluation Clearance

We conduct testing to diagnose any conditions or symptoms that would potentially prevent an athlete from participation in sports or exertion.

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Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (aka VO2 MAX)

Our exercise lab has the capability to test your VO2 max on a treadmill, cycling ergometer, or rowing ergometer depending on what fits your specific sport best. Test only options are also available.

Interested in other cardiac testing at our facility?

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Hospital Affiliations

Harvard Medical School
Brigham and Women’s Hospital

The Lown Group is closely affiliated with the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Our Board-Certified physicians hold teaching positions at Harvard Medical School and faculty appointments at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. In the event of hospitalization or invasive procedures, we will make every effort to admit our patients to the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, where our physicians will see hospitalized patients daily to provide continuity between the hospital and clinical setting.