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Christopher Snyder

Cardiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Cardiology

Dr. Christopher Snyder is a pediatric cardiologist practicing in Cleveland, oh. Dr. Snyder specializes in caring for fetuses, infants, children and adolescents with cardiovascular or cardiac abnormalities. Practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings, the scope of conditions cared for by pediatric cardiologists is large and includes congenital heart defects, heart muscle disorders, rhythm disturbances and hypertension.
Christopher Snyder
  • Cleveland, oh
  • Accepting new patients

When should I get my heart checked?

Recommend bringing this up to your primary care doc. Unlikely your heart, but you should make sure

What are the risk factors for cardiac surgery in children?

There are lots. Depends on what procedure and if cardiac bypass is used. Almost all organs can be affected, but in general, kids do very well

What are the warning signs of heart problems in children?

Passing out, family history of someone born with heart disease, murmurs heard by the doctor, shortness of breath with exercise, not being able to keep up. Take them to their primary READ MORE
Passing out, family history of someone born with heart disease, murmurs heard by the doctor, shortness of breath with exercise, not being able to keep up. Take them to their primary doc, they can help sort this out

Why do I feel my heart beating when I lay down?

Would not worry about it. We all can either “hear” our heart beating or feel it when relaxed. As long as it’s not veering super fast, but I would let your pediatrician know

Why are there hydroxychloroquine shortages?

Too many docs are using it to treat COVID

Can children go into cardiac arrest?

Cardiac arrest means your heart stops pumping effectively. Usually they result in demise if not effectively treated

What causes heart problems in children?

They are most often born with them. Some are genetic or inherited and other just happen. Very common. 1 in 100 kids have something with their heart

How to help a child with high blood pressure?

Diet, exercise, weight loss, medication