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Cardiology in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

A Department of excellency in heart care for Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

We prevent, diagnose, and treat cardiovascular disease with leading-edge technology and a highly trained team of cardiologists, across all three of our hospitals.

Content reviewed by Dr. Leonel Molina, cardiologist at Hospital CMQ · Published: August 2026.

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Interventional cardiology and hemodynamics

Dr. Joel Sánchez and Dr. Alejandro Valadéz (Riviera Nayarit), Dr. José Luis Argüelles Reynoso (City Center) — catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement, and pacemakers.

Electrophysiology and arrhythmias

Dr. Alex Pacheco Bouthillier (Riviera Nayarit) — diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias, including cardiac ablation.

Echocardiography and cardiovascular imaging

Dr. Nadia Fierro (Riviera Nayarit) and Dr. Leonel Molina (Riviera Nayarit, Premiere, and City Center) — echocardiogram, cardiac CT, and cardiac MRI.

Nuclear cardiology

Dr. Leslie Swindle (Riviera Nayarit and Premiere).

Clinical cardiology

Dr. Carlos Hernández Ramos (Riviera Nayarit).

Our team of cardiologists

Trained at institutions such as Harvard, Hospital San Carlos in Spain, and the University of Guadalajara. All of our cardiologists speak Spanish and English.

What cardiology services do we offer?

Electrocardiogram (EKG)

Records your heart's electrical activity in under 10 minutes.

Echocardiogram

Real-time ultrasound of the heart, with no radiation.

Cardiac CT and MRI

Detailed images of the heart and blood vessels.

Stress test

Evaluates how your heart responds to physical activity.

Holter monitor

Continuous heart-rhythm monitoring for 24-48 hours.

Cardiac catheterization and stent placement

Diagnosis and treatment of arterial blockages.

Pacemakers

Initial placement and periodic check-ups.

Electrophysiology and cardiac ablation

Diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias.

TAVI

Aortic valve replacement without open-heart surgery.

Frequently asked questions

What does a cardiologist do?
A cardiologist diagnoses, treats, and prevents diseases of the heart and its structure, from coronary artery disease to heart-rhythm disorders.
What is interventional cardiology?
The subspecialty that treats heart disease using minimally invasive procedures, such as TAVI, catheterization, and stent placement.
What does a cardiac electrophysiologist do?
Diagnoses and treats heart-rhythm disorders (arrhythmias), using techniques such as catheter ablation and pacemaker placement.
How do I book an appointment with a cardiologist?
Call any of our three hospitals in operation, message us on social media or WhatsApp, or come directly to the front desk.
Where is Cardiology available?

Cardiology is available at CMQ City Center (Basilio Badillo 365 Col. Emiliano Zapata Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico); CMQ Premiere (Av. Francisco Villa 1749 Col. Vallarta Villas Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico); CMQ Riviera Nayarit (Av. Héroes de Nacazori 280 Bucerias, 63732 Riviera Nayarit, Nay).

Do you accept insurance and direct billing?

Hospital CMQ works with national and international insurers and offers direct billing. See how insurance and direct billing work or send us your insurer on WhatsApp to verify your coverage.

Where can I see a cardiologist?

Hospital CMQ City Center
Puerto Vallarta

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