Advanced Cardiac Care for
Southwest Virginia
Combining advanced treatments with personal attention to support every heartbeat.
Expert Cardiac Care with a Personal Touch
At Southwest Virginia Cardiology, our mission is to provide exceptional heart care with compassion and expertise.
With decades of experience, our dedicated team specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of cardiovascular conditions.
At our center, you're never just a patient — you're part of our community.
Comprehensive Cardiovascular Services
Advanced diagnostic testing and heart monitoring solutions designed to detect, manage, and protect your cardiovascular health.
Echocardiogram
Advanced ultrasound imaging to evaluate heart structure, valve function, and overall cardiac performance.
Learn More →Holter & MCOT Monitoring
Continuous heart rhythm monitoring to detect arrhythmias and unexplained cardiac symptoms.
Learn More →Vascular Studies
Detailed arterial and venous testing to assess circulation and prevent vascular complications.
Learn More →Why Patients Trust Southwest Virginia Cardiology
Our goal is not only to treat heart disease — but to prevent it through education, early detection, and long-term care partnerships.
Stay Connected with Your Care Team
For contacting our office, you can either call us or send a message directly through your Patient Portal using the link below. If you haven't signed up yet, you have the option to create an account. Once you're logged into your portal, navigating is straightforward, and you can easily send messages to the office directly.
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Meet Your Healthcare Provider
Dedicated to providing exceptional care with years of experience and expertise in healthcare services.
Dr. Richard Prokopchak
General and Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Richard Prokopchak is a board-certified cardiologist with over three decades of experience in general and interventional cardiology. He founded Southwest Virginia Cardiology in Salem, Virginia in 2010, where he specializes in procedures such as angioplasty, stent placement, rotablation, intravascular ultrasound, stress testing, and echocardiography. His dedication to patient care and innovative cardiac interventions has established him as a leader in the field.
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His extensive training underscores his expertise. Dr. Prokopchak completed a Master of Science from Georgetown University along with his Doctor of Medicine. His postgraduate training includes an internship at Portsmouth Naval Hospital, internal medicine residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center — where he served as Chief Medical Resident — a fellowship in interventional cardiology at Georgetown University Hospital along with an Advanced Fellowship in Intervention.
A veteran of the United States Navy, where he served as a General Medicine Officer and Staff Physician from 1985 to 1988, Dr. Prokopchak holds active licensure from the Virginia Board of Medicine and certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in Cardiovascular Disease. He is an active member of the American College of Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography, and Society for Vascular Ultrasound.
Dr. Prokopchak and his wife are proud parents of four sons and make their home in the scenic mountains of southwest Virginia. A dedicated sports fan, he loves catching the latest games alongside his boys. Beyond that, he relishes hiking, playing tennis, and channeling his Slovakian heritage through his impressive culinary talents!
Lindsey Murrill, PA-C
Physician Assistant – Cardiology
Lindsey E. Murrill, PA-C, is a dedicated Physician Assistant with over a decade of experience in cardiology. She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Jefferson College of Health Sciences in Roanoke, VA, in 2014, following a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 2011.
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Certified by the NCCPA since 2014, Lindsey holds active DEA and NPI credentials, along with certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS). She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants, and American College of Cardiology.
Since January 2015, Lindsey has served as a Physician Assistant at Southwest Virginia Cardiology, where she manages both inpatient and outpatient care. Her responsibilities include conducting histories and physicals, consultations, daily rounds, EKG and telemetry interpretation, stress testing supervision, and discharge planning.
In the outpatient setting, she handles new patient evaluations, urgent visits, follow-ups, diagnostic test interpretations, and treatment planning for conditions such as coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, structural heart disease, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension.
Committed to community service, Lindsey co-coordinated and participated in the Wellness Advocate Program at Bradley Free Clinic in Roanoke, helping patients achieve healthier lifestyles through motivational interviewing. She also volunteered on a global medical aid trip to Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Outside of work, Lindsey enjoys spending quality time with her husband Jon and two adorable sons. The family loves traveling, going to sporting events, and everything outdoors.
PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
What Our Patients Say
All of the staff were amazing. They made a scary situation feel comfortable. I 100% recommend this office for all your cardiology needs!
Great experience with the office staff, PA, and Cardiologist.
Excellent care and professional service. Highly recommended for cardiac treatment.
Friendly staff and great overall experience. Felt well taken care of.