Echocardiography
Ultrasound assessment of the heart's structure and function.
CardioVet Venezuela
Veterinary cardiology
in Caracas
Dr. Lester Vega cares for the hearts of dogs and cats, and shares what he knows at congresses, talks and in the classroom.
Portrait of Dr. Vega
About Dr. Vega
Veterinarian, cardiologist and teacher
Lester Vega is a veterinarian specializing in cardiology and one of the founders of Clínica Huellas in La Castellana, Caracas. He sees his patients there, alongside a team that offers internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging and 24-hour emergency care.
Outside the consulting room, his other passion is teaching: he regularly takes part in congresses and gives talks for colleagues, students and pet owners.
Cardiology
A healthy heart, a longer life
Electrocardiography
Recording the heart's electrical activity to detect arrhythmias and conduction disorders.
Heart disease management
Follow-up and treatment adjustments for patients with chronic heart disease.
Pre-surgical evaluation
A cardiology check before anesthesia or surgery, so the procedure can go ahead with peace of mind.
When should you see a cardiologist?
Many heart conditions progress silently. Book a visit if you notice any of these signs in your pet:
- A persistent cough, especially at night or on waking
- Tiring easily or low tolerance for exercise
- Fast or labored breathing at rest
- Fainting or loss of balance
- A swollen belly or unexplained weight loss
- Pale or bluish gums
Teaching
Congresses and talks
Teaching is part of his calling. Dr. Vega shares his experience in cardiology with the veterinary community.
- National and international veterinary congresses
- Talks and workshops for veterinarians
- Training students and residents
- Outreach for pet owners
Congress presentation
Talk for colleagues
Hands-on workshop
Organizing a congress or a seminar? Invite Dr. Vega as a speaker by writing to @cardiovetvenezuela.
For colleagues
Refer a cardiology patient
If you are seeing a patient with suspected heart disease, Dr. Vega can evaluate them and support you in managing the case.
- Heart murmurs found during a consultation
- Arrhythmias, fainting or exercise intolerance
- Pre-surgical evaluation of patients with heart disease
- Second opinions and follow-up of chronic cases
How to refer
- Call Clínica Huellas or message @cardiovetvenezuela to arrange the appointment.
- Send the patient's medical history and any previous tests.
- The patient is seen at Clínica Huellas in La Castellana.
Contact
Appointments at Clínica Huellas
Av. Los Chaguaramos, Qta. Huellas
La Castellana, Chacao, Caracas, Venezuela
0212-265.72.66 · 0212-266.91.15
0212-264.70.60 · 0424-123.14.41
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
24-hour emergencies