Patricia A. Pellikka, M.D., studies the application of echocardiography and stress testing to accurately detect cardiovascular disease and improve patient outcomes. Dr. Pellikka's research on noninvasive detection of cardiovascular disease and timing of intervention is directed to improvement of survival and quality of life for patients with valvular heart disease, ischemic heart disease, diastolic dysfunction and frailty.

Dr. Pellikka's research into noninvasive detection of cardiovascular disease using echocardiography and stress testing will help improve survival and quality of life for patients with ischemic heart disease, diastolic heart failure and valvular heart disease.