Mrs. Kirsten Bartels, Genetic Councellor, Vancouver, BC

Mrs. Kirsten Bartels

Mrs. Kirsten Bartels

MSc, CCGC,
Genetic Councellor
Vancouver, BC
Bio & Education  

Mrs. Kirsten Bartels Bio

Kirsten Bartels is a Genetic Counsellor at BC Inherited Arrhythmia Program for Saint Paul's Hospital, Vancouver, BC.

If you are looking for local services or  treatment  in the office or hospital from a Genetic Councellor, contact a provider such as ( Mrs. Kirsten Bartels ) to inquire if they are accepting patients or you need a referral.   Phone number to book an appointment 604-682-2344 ext 66766

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Many cardiac disorders can be inherited, including arrhythmias, congenital heart disease, cardiomyopathy, and high cholesterol.

Please contact ( Mrs. Kirsten Bartels, Genetic Councellor Vancouver, BC ) to enquire if this health care provider is accepting new patients.

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Action Plan - Inherited Heart Rhythm Conditions

Action Plan - Inherited Heart Rhythm Conditions ( 406 engaged.)

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Action Plan - Inherited Heart Rhythm Conditions

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Brugada Syndrome

Questions
 
True
False
1

Brugada is a condition that affects the heart by delaying the electrical signals to the front of the heart.

2

Brugada can be diagnosed by having an EKG.

Explanation:

The main test for Brugada syndrome is as an electrocardiogram (ECG).

3

Brugada is seen equally in men and women.

Explanation:

Brugada syndrome occurs 8 to 10 times more frequently in men than in women.

4

Patients often do not feel any symptoms at all with Brugada.

5

The delayed signal and subsequent abnormal heart rhythm can cause Brugada patients to have fainting spells, seizure, collapse or die suddenly, most often at rest or in their sleep.

6

Brugada can sometimes run in families, although not always.

Explanation:

This is why it's important for patients who have known relatives with Brugada to have genetic testing done.

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Ratings for Mrs. Kirsten Bartels

  • 5
    Information
    5
    Education
    5
    Local Services
    5
    Action Plan
    Kirsten did a fantastic job at providing me with all the information I needed to move forward with my condition. I would recommend her to anyone suspicious of a genetic heart condition.
    Submitted: January 27, 2017
  • 4
    Information
    4
    Education
    4
    Local Services
    4
    Action Plan
    Happy to rate Mrs. Kirsten Bartels, Counselor, Vancouver, BC as excellent.
    Submitted: January 26, 2017

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