@santafepete

Sorry to hear about all this anxiety...my two cents. This does not sound like a great cardiologist. 2nd opinion is definitely in order. A good physician lays out options in front of you vs. risk and works with you for a detailed treatment plan/course of action.

I paniced when I had a higher than normal score...not as high as many on this forum, but I guess it is all relative. My father in law has had a CAC of 4500+ for 5+ years with no symptoms, no pain, walks with no issue, is cognitive a the age of 79...not a care in the world. He is on a statin now and BP meds for minor elevation and eats an average diet. It took me awhile to calm down and realize this is not a death sentence, but gives you a long window of opportunity to make adjustments for a better long term outcome.

This forum is great for that and remember, this forum is to voice your experience and comments, no one should be playing doctor telling you what you should or should not do. I am triple board certified in the medical field and I would not do that...all I would say is make sure you are your own advocate and if something does not feel right...speak up. Be well and good luck.