Infusion Center Specialist

Florida Hearts

Board Certified Cardiologist located in Ocala, FL & Chiefland, FL

You can’t take some medications as a pill or tablet; you must receive them through an intravenous (IV) line or injection. Dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care, Ravindra Kolaventy, MD, FACC, and the team at Florida Hearts in Chiefland, The Villages, and Ocala, Florida, have an infusion center. With access to the most advanced tools and therapies, the team provides the IV medications you need at their comfortable, state-of-the-art infusion center. Call the office nearest you or book an appointment online today to learn more.

Infusion Center Q & A

What is an infusion center?

An infusion center is an outpatient clinic that provides medications that require administration through an IV line.

Florida Hearts is a state-of-the-art cardiology practice. Dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care, the team offers many services on-site to assess and treat patients on the same day.

At the infusion center, the team provides the IV medication you need in a comfortable, safe, and private setting, so you don’t have to go to a hospital.

Who needs an infusion center?

Anyone in need of IV-administered medications may benefit from treatment at an infusion center. For example, if you need long-term IV antibiotics to clear up an infection or quarterly infusions of medication for the management of osteoporosis.

Florida Hearts is a cardiology practice. You may benefit from treatment at the infusion center if you need inotropic agents for the management of heart failure. These agents strengthen the force of your heartbeat.

Regular infusions of inotropic agents for heart failure may reduce your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

What can I expect when receiving care at the infusion center?

You can expect compassionate and patient-focused care from the infusion center team at Florida Hearts. They have a reputation for taking great care of their patients.

Before starting your infusion, your provider may ask a few questions to assess general health and review your medical history. Then, the infusion specialist places the IV line in your arm and starts your infusion while you sit back and relax in the exam chair.

The length of your infusion depends on the type of medication you need. Some infusions take less than an hour, while others may take several hours. The team reviews what you can expect during your infusion prior to your treatment.

Throughout your time at the infusion center, the experienced team closely monitors you, making sure the infusion line is clear, and you’re not experiencing any side effects.

Once you’ve completed your infusion, the team has you remain at the center for a few minutes for monitoring before sending you home.

To learn more about the infusion center at Florida Hearts, call the office or book an appointment online today.