Cardiovascular prevention
A tailored plan to lower your risk before disease appears.
Cardiology in Valencia & Dénia
Dr Ydelise Rodríguez Pichardo
Consultant & interventional cardiologist
«The best medicine is good prevention»
I have spent more than 15 years looking after hearts. My clinic is an unhurried space where I listen to you, explain clearly what is happening to your heart, and walk alongside you at every step. English spoken.
- 15+ years of experience in cardiology
- SEC accredited in haemodynamics and interventional cardiology
- 5/5 patient rating on Doctoralia
About me
A cardiologist by training, approachable by nature
I am Dr Ydelise Mercedes Rodríguez Pichardo, consultant and interventional cardiologist. I graduated in Medicine with honours and trained as a cardiology specialist at Hospital Universitari i Politècnic La Fe in Valencia, one of Spain's leading reference hospitals, where I then completed two further years of subspecialty training in haemodynamics and interventional cardiology.
I hold the Spanish Society of Cardiology (SEC) and European accreditations in interventional cardiology and haemodynamics, and since 2018 I have led the Haemodynamics Unit at Dénia Hospital. Treating the heart "from the inside" gives me a complete perspective that I bring to every consultation.
Behind every ECG there is a person. My work always begins with listening to them.
My private practice is devoted to clinical cardiology: diagnosis, treatment, prevention and follow-up, with enough time to explain things clearly and answer all of your questions. Consultations are available in English and Spanish.
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Cardiology residency · La Fe Hospital
Full specialist training at the reference hospital of the Valencia region (2010–2015).
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Haemodynamics & interventional cardiology
Two years of subspecialty training at La Fe Hospital (2016–2018).
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SEC & European accreditation
Accredited in interventional cardiology and haemodynamics since 2018.
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Head of Haemodynamics Unit
Leading the Haemodynamics Unit at Dénia Hospital since 2018.
Consultation services
Everything your heart needs, in one clinic
Diagnosis, cardiac testing and follow-up under one roof. Visits are always scheduled, with time set aside for you; I do not see emergencies or perform private interventional procedures.
Diagnosis & treatment
Work-up and management of cardiovascular disease with a clear, personalised plan.
Risk factor management
High blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking: we keep them in check before they harm your heart.
General cardiology review
A full assessment with clinical history, examination and ECG — also as a periodic check-up.
Long-term follow-up
Ongoing care for heart failure, ischaemic heart disease and other chronic conditions.
Resting ECG
The heart's electrical tracing: the basic test where almost every cardiology work-up begins.
Colour Doppler echocardiogram
An ultrasound scan of the heart showing its structure, valves and function in real time. No radiation.
Comprehensive blood testing
Blood tests focused on cardiovascular, metabolic and hormonal health.
Exercise stress test (ergometry)
An ECG recorded during exercise to investigate symptoms and functional capacity.
Holter ECG (24–48 h)
Continuous heart rhythm recording during your normal life, to catch elusive arrhythmias.
24-hour blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)
Blood pressure measured over 24 hours for a reliable diagnosis of hypertension.
Advanced cardiac imaging
Cardiac CT, cardiac MRI and other imaging tests, arranged when clinically indicated.
What we treat
Common reasons to see a cardiologist
If something doesn't feel right — palpitations, chest discomfort, breathlessness on exertion — or you simply want to know how your heart is doing, this is the place to start.
- Palpitations
- Chest pain
- Breathlessness (dyspnoea) work-up
- Heart failure
- Ischaemic heart disease
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Fainting & dizziness
- Cardiovascular risk factors
- Cardiovascular prevention
- Women's heart health
- Metabolism & heart health
- General cardiovascular check-up
- Inherited heart conditions
- Heart murmur assessment
- Pericarditis
- Valvular heart disease
- …and other heart conditions
All visits are by appointment. I do not see emergencies: if you have severe chest pain, feel seriously unwell or your symptoms started suddenly, call 112 or go to your nearest emergency department.
Where I see patients
Two clinics, the same personal care
Choose whichever is more convenient: Valencia city or Dénia, on the Costa Blanca.
Health insurance
I work with the main Spanish insurers
If your company isn't listed, get in touch and we'll check. Self-paying patients without insurance are also very welcome.
- Aegon
- Allianz
- ASSSA Seguros
- AXA Salud
- Caser Salud
- Cigna Salud
- Divina Pastora Salud
- DKV Seguros
- Fiatc Salud
- HNA
- HNA SC
- Mapfre España Salud
- Nortehispana
- Nueva Mutua Sanitaria
- Occident Salud
- Salus
- Sanitas Salud
- Seguros Atocha
- Unión Médica La Fuencisla
- Vivaz (DKV Servicios)
Please bring your insurance card and, if your policy requires it, the company's authorisation.
Blog
Let's talk about your heart
Plain-language articles to help you understand and care for your cardiovascular health.
Stress and emotional health in ischaemic heart disease
Sustained stress and unmanaged emotions take a toll on the heart too. What the evidence says — and what you can do about it, day by day.
Read articleWomen's hearts: symptoms we should never dismiss
Cardiovascular disease shows up differently in women. These symptoms should never be normalised.
Read articlePalpitations: when do they need investigating?
Most are harmless, but some deserve a Holter monitor. Here's how to tell them apart.
Read articleBook a visit
Book your appointment in a minute
Pick whichever channel suits you — WhatsApp is the easiest if you prefer English. Your first visit includes a full assessment with an ECG and a colour Doppler echocardiogram, at either hospital; any further tests are arranged according to your case. And no rushing: every patient gets the time their case needs.
WhatsApp — English spoken
Message me in English and I'll help you find the appointment that suits you best. I reply personally during working hours.
💡 You can check my free slots before messaging: Valencia · Dénia.
Message on WhatsAppHospital Vithas Valencia Turia
Clinic days: Tuesday & Thursday mornings. Pick a free slot online and the hospital will call you to confirm. Also by phone (+34 961 20 42 47, in Spanish) or via the Vithas website.
See available slotsHospital HLA San Carlos
Clinic day: Friday mornings. Pick a free slot online and the hospital will call you to confirm. Also by phone (+34 965 78 15 50, in Spanish) or via the hospital website.
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Book on Top DoctorsIf your insurance policy requires prior authorisation, please arrange it before your visit. And remember: for urgent symptoms, call 112.
Contact
Shall we talk?
For questions about appointments, insurance or tests. I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
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Phone & WhatsApp +34 644 93 48 15 Monday to Friday, during working hours
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Email yrpcardiologia@gmail.com
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Instagram @draydeliserodriguez Heart health tips
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Appointments at Vithas Valencia Turia +34 961 20 42 47 Online booking: see available slots
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Appointments at HLA San Carlos (Dénia) +34 965 78 15 50 Online booking: see available slots