The 20 Best Bicuspid Aortic Valve Doctors Near Me in Larkspur, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 56 doctor with experience in Bicuspid Aortic Valve near Larkspur, CA. Of these, 51 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Marinhealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

    2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramon Partida is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Larkspur, California. Dr. Partida is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Marinhealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

    2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benedict Ancock is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Larkspur, California. Dr. Ancock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Necrosis, Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Marinhealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

    2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arvind Nishtala is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Larkspur, California. Dr. Nishtala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, and Heart Failure.

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    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Marinhealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

    2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Sperling is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Larkspur, California. Dr. Sperling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Thoracic Surgery

    Marinhealth Cardiothoracic Surgery | A UCSF Health Clinic

    2 Bon Air Rd Ste 150, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Castro is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Larkspur, California. Dr. Castro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aneurysm Repair, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Distinguished in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiac Surgery Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fifth Floor Suite A-501, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elaine Tseng is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Tseng is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Tseng is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Tseng is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiology

    Office

    535 Mission St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elyse Foster is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Foster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Ventricular Septal Defects, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Office

    3700 California St Ste B555, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nikola Tede is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Tede is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Septal Defects, Heart Murmurs, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Kawasaki Disease.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiology

    Asian Heart And Vascular Center

    1 Daniel Burnham Ct., Suite 260, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Neal Shah is a cardiologist who specializes in cardiac imaging, including echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart). He cares for patients with a wide range of cardiovascular diseases while focusing particularly on conditions affecting the heart's valves. He directs structural echocardiography services at UCSF. Shah's research focuses on improving the quality and effectiveness of cardiac imaging services as well as of patient care and health care systems in general. Applying his expertise in analyzing imaging results, he provides treatment guidance to other cardiovascular care providers. He also serves as director of the advanced echocardiography and non-invasive cardiovascular imaging fellowship programs. Shah earned his medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, where he also served as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at UCLA Medical Center and a fellowship in echocardiography and cardiovascular imaging at Stanford University Medical Center. He cares for patients with a wide range of cardiovascular diseases but has a particular focus on conditions affecting the heart's valves. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. His clinical expertise encompasses Pediatric Myocarditis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), and Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Dis, Cardiovascular Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Daniels is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Daniels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Daniels is board certified in Interventional Cardiology - Board Certified. Dr. Daniels is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Thoracic Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brett Sheridan is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sheridan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Sheridan is board certified in Not ABMS Specialty and Not ABMS Specialty Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Sheridan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Spies is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Spies is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Spies is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease - Board Certified and Interventional Cardiology - Board Certified. Dr. Spies is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

    400 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Walter Li is a cardiologist at the UCSF cardiology outreach clinic in Modesto, California. He specializes in treating adults and children with congenital heart disease or arrhythmias as well as patients with pacemakers. Li earned a medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at the Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center, a teaching hospital of the University of Southern California. He then completed a fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital and a fellowship in pediatric electrophysiology at UCSF. Li is a member of the American College of Cardiology and Pediatric & Congenital Electrophysiology Society. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Septal Defects, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, and Heart Murmurs. Dr. Li is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Interventional Cardiology

    Interventional Cardiology Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fifth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Yousif Ahmad is an interventional cardiologist who specializes in caring for patients with chronic total occlusions (persistent blockages of the arteries that supply the heart) and other complex coronary abnormalities. He has expertise in performing transcatheter (minimally invasive) aortic valve replacements, or TAVRs, for patients with aortic stenosis (narrowing that obstructs blood flow). He enjoys working with patients and families to understand their priorities and tailor their care accordingly. In his research, Ahmad studies coronary revascularization (treatments that restore adequate blood flow) in heart failure. Also interested in clinical trials, he uses meta-analytic methodologies to synthesize complex datasets, with the goal of establishing the best standards of care for various problems in cardiology. He has published more than 120 peer-reviewed manuscripts in leading journals and authored multiple book chapters. Ahmad earned his medical degree from the University of Nottingham in England. He completed a residency at Birmingham City and Sandwell General hospitals and fellowships in cardiovascular medicine and interventional cardiology at Imperial College London. He then completed a fellowship in complex and high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and mechanical circulatory support at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and a fellowship in structural heart disease at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He also earned a doctorate in aortic and coronary physiology from Imperial College London. Ahmad's achievements, including his leadership and research, have been recognized with awards from several professional organizations, including the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association and British Cardiac Society. He is regularly invited to lecture at prominent cardiology conferences all over the world. Prior to joining UCSF, he served as director of Yale University's program in complex and high-risk PCI. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

    400 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Michael Salerno is a cardiologist who cares for hospitalized patients with heart disease. He specializes in heart imaging, including echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart), cardiovascular MRI and CT, and nuclear cardiology (procedures to assess heart function using small amounts of radioactive materials that appear on the images). In his research, Salerno's goal is to develop imaging techniques that improve heart disease diagnosis and treatment. His work has included designing new MRI techniques to quantify heart blood flow, myocardial fibrosis (scarring of the heart muscle) and heart function. He also studies cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease, heart failure and cardiomyopathy. Salerno earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia, where he also completed a doctorate in biomedical engineering and a master's degree in statistics. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Stanford University. He completed a fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at Duke University and a fellowship in advanced cardiovascular imaging at the University of Virginia. Dr. Salerno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Hypertension, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Salerno is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Dis, Cardiovascular Disease.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Cardiac Electrophysiology And Arrhythmia Service

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fifth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Joshua Moss is a cardiologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating complex heart rhythm disturbances, or arrhythmias. He has expertise in treating ventricular tachycardia, supraventricular arrhythmias, and atrial fibrillation using catheter ablation, in which the heart is accessed by passing a thin, flexible tube (catheter) through a blood vessel, and small areas causing the problem are cauterized. He is also skilled in surgically implanting pacemakers and defibrillators. Moss is involved in multiple studies of existing and evolving techniques for treating patients with arrhythmias who have a left ventricular assist device (LVAD), a mechanism implanted in the chest to help the heart pump blood to the body. Drawing on his training as an engineer before medical school, he takes an active interest in designing and testing novel devices for managing heart rhythm disorders. Moss has a master's degree in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. After earning his medical degree at Harvard Medical School, he completed a residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. He then undertook advanced fellowship training in cardiovascular disease and cardiac electrophysiology at the University of Pennsylvania. Outside of work, Moss enjoys spending time with his children, especially taking them to visit state and national parks. A licensed pilot, he also enjoys exploring California from the air. Dr. Moss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Moss is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology and American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Dis, Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Moss is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Cardiac Electrophysiology And Arrhythmia Service

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fifth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Thomas A. Dewland is a cardiologist with particular expertise in electrophysiology, the study of the heart's electrical activity. He cares for patients with arrhythmias (heart rhythm problems) in both the clinic and the hospital. Among other treatments, he performs catheter ablation (in which a flexible tube called a catheter is threaded through a blood vessel to reach the heart and destroy the tissue causing an arrhythmia), pacemaker implantation, implantable cardioverter defibrillator placement and left atrial appendage closure (sealing the heart sac where blood clots form to help prevent stroke in patients with the heart rate irregularity called atrial fibrillation). In research, Dewland focuses on atrial fibrillation epidemiology (the study of which populations are affected by certain diseases and why). His goal is to identify ways to prevent atrial fibrillation before it occurs. Dewland earned his medical degree at the Yale School of Medicine. At UCSF, he completed a residency in internal medicine, a fellowship in cardiology and a fellowship in cardiac electrophysiology, as well as the Advanced Training in Clinical Research Certificate Program. Outside of work, Dewland enjoys spending time with his wife – a pediatrician at UCSF – and their two children. Dr. Dewland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Dewland is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology. Dr. Dewland is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Cardiac Rehabilitation And Wellness Center

    500 Parnassus Ave., Floor B1, Suite MU09, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Donald Grandis is a general cardiologist with a particular interest in personalizing care to prevent or manage cardiac disease optimally for each patient. He practices noninvasive cardiology, which includes transthoracic, stress and transesophageal echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart). He also interprets stress tests and nuclear cardiac images. In his research, Grandis studies ways to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. He also looks at using remote patient monitoring and other health care technologies to improve outcomes in patients with common heart conditions. Grandis earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. He completed his residency and a fellowship in cardiology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Grandis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Grandis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Grandis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve

    Comprehensive Genetic Arrhythmia Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fifth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Nelson B. Schiller is a cardiologist who specializes in using echocardiography (ultrasound images of the heart's movement) to diagnose and treat heart disease. He founded the UCSF Adult Echocardiography Laboratory and Adult Congenital Heart Disease Clinic. Schiller has played an integral role in the development of many diagnostic and treatment techniques, including transesophageal echocardiography (moving the ultrasound transducer into the esophagus to facilitate pictures of the heart without ribs or lungs in the way), Doppler pulmonary pressure determination (to diagnose pulmonary hypertension), myocardial contrast perfusion (to evaluate how well blood flows through heart muscle) and echocardiography phase imaging (to see whether both sides of the heart are working together). In the category of congenital heart disease, he is an expert in treating mitral and aortic valve diseases and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (thickening of the heart walls that can impede blood flow from one of the main chambers). In collaboration with his colleagues, Schiller is involved in research on adult congenital heart disease, three-dimensional reconstruction of the heart, certain advanced echocardiographic techniques, coronary blood flow, exercise hemodynamics (the study of how the circulatory system, including the heart and blood vessels, responds when the heart pumps faster during exercise), myocardial perfusion, smoking-related cardiopulmonary disease and noninvasive evaluation of cardiac synchrony (the timing of heart ventricle contractions). Schiller is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology. A devotee of chamber music for 20 years, Schiller serves as program annotator for the Chancellor's Concert Series, which offers music to the UCSF community. He enjoys playing tennis with his wife on weekends. Dr. Schiller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Peripheral Artery Disease, and Arterial Insufficiency. Dr. Schiller is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Dis, Cardiovascular Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schiller is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    Cardiology

    Cardiovascular Care And Prevention Center At Mission Bay

    535 Mission Bay Blvd. South, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Atif Qasim is a cardiologist who cares for patients with heart disease. He has particular expertise in advanced heart imaging techniques, including various approaches to echocardiography (heart ultrasound), as well as cardiac CT and cardiac MRI, and in using these methods to diagnose and manage valvular heart disease (conditions in which damage to one or more heart valves leads to cardiac dysfunction), cardiomyopathies (diseases affecting the heart muscle) and pericardial disease (inflammation of the tissue around the heart). Qasim directs the UCSF Quantitative Echocardiography Core Laboratory, which uses ultrasound imaging to evaluate new therapies for heart failure and valvular heart disease. He is also the director of UCSF's cardiology fellowship program and a teacher in the medical school. He created an educational website on echocardiography and has a strong interest in increasing access to online medical educational materials for cardiology trainees and practitioners. Qasim earned his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. At the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, he completed a residency in internal medicine, serving as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in cardiology. During his fellowship, he received advanced training in multimodal imaging and earned a master's degree in clinical epidemiology. He also has a master's degree in biochemistry and biophysics from Yale University. Dr. Qasim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bicuspid Aortic Valve. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Atherosclerosis, Endomyocardial Fibrosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Angioplasty. Dr. Qasim is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Dis, Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Qasim is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Bicuspid Aortic Valve?

    A bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is an aortic valve that only has two leaflets, instead of three.

    The aortic valve regulates blood flow from the heart into the aorta. The aorta is the major blood vessel that brings oxygen-rich blood to the body.

    When should I see a Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor near Larkspur, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor near Larkspur, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctors near Larkspur, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctors near Larkspur, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor near Larkspur, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor near Larkspur, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctors near Larkspur, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bicuspid Aortic Valve doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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