Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Sports Cardiology

Protecting the Hearts of Champions

Our HCM and sports cardiology team includes expert cardiologists who understand the increased demands placed on the cardiovascular systems of athletes. Our goal is to keep athletes—from weekend warriors to elite professionals—performing at your best while safeguarding your cardiovascular health. We strive to provide timely care to athletes and understand that time on the sideline is time lost. We offer a variety of testing including cardiopulmonary exercise stress testing (VO2 testing), echocardiography, cardiac CT/MRI imaging, and heart rhythm assessment.

Why Choose St. Luke's?

Holistic Approach: We consider your overall health, performance goals, and personal circumstances to create customized care plans.
Athlete-Centered Care: Our priority is your health and performance, with a focus on helping you achieve your best while staying safe.

Care for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Our team of experts specializes in diagnosing and treating HCM with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Our medical director, Robyn Bryde, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist with advanced training in HCM and sports cardiology. She is familiar with diagnosing and treating patients and athletes with HCM.

With the right care and lifestyle adjustments, many people with HCM live full, active lives. Ongoing monitoring and regular check-ups are essential for managing the condition effectively. Our dedicated team is here to support you with cutting-edge care and personalized treatment plans to help you navigate the challenges of HCM with confidence.

Your goals are our goals—whether you're aiming to get back on the field, back to the gym, or simply back to feeling your best, let's get you back in action.

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Robyn E. Bryde, MD

Cardiology, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Sports Cardiology•Boise

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Sports Cardiology Services

We provide thorough evaluations to ensure your heart is in peak condition to help you meet your fitness and competitive athletic goals.

Pre-Participation Screenings: Whether you’re a concerned parent of a school-aged athlete, an elite athlete, or a weekend warrior with heart health concerns, a pre-participation screening may be a reasonable consideration before starting a new sport or intensifying your training regimen.
Advanced Diagnostics: Echocardiograms, stress tests, cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET; also known as a VO2 max test), heart rhythm monitoring, and cardiac MRI may be used to detect and monitor heart conditions.
Risk Assessments: These are used to identify potential heart issues that could impact performance or safety. Personal and family history are key to the cardiac risk assessment. Any concerning cardiovascular symptoms will also be addressed.

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Expertise

Symptom Management
People with HCM can have a variety of symptoms. Our goal is to make you feel better so you can lead an active lifestyle by targeting symptoms attributed to HCM.
Risk Assessment for Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD)
We provide a comprehensive assessment of family history, cardiac imaging findings and heart monitor results. We work closely with radiologists to identify high-risk features commonly found on cardiac magnetic resonance imaging.
Family Member Screening
Because HCM is a genetic condition, it's important to screen all first-degree family members. We offer cardiac assessment and genetic testing to help identify family members who may have the condition. Our experienced cardiologist interprets results and offers counseling to support informed decision-making and care planning.