The 20 Best Cardiac Tamponade Doctors Near Me in santa monica, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Cardiac Tamponade near santa monica, CA. Of these, 48 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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59 providers found
    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Referral may be required

    Family Health Center Santa Monica

    1920 Colorado Ave, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Holly Middlekauff is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Middlekauff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. She is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Arrhythmias, Coronary Heart Disease, Fainting, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 280W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shephal Doshi is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Doshi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Doshi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kalyanam Shivkumar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shivkumar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Ventricular Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Transplant.

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    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peyman Benharash is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Benharash is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Gallbladder Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Gallbladder Removal, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Cardiac Tamponade
    Distinguished in Cardiac Tamponade
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Electrophysiology Program

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, 
    Los Angeles,, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Siegel is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles,, California. Dr. Siegel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Siegel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Advanced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Referral may be required

    Smidt Heart Institute

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, 
    Los Angeles,, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mamoo Nakamura is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles,, California. Dr. Nakamura is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Nakamura is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 280W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chenpang Soong is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Soong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Arterial Embolism. Dr. Soong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Referral may be required
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 280W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Tang is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Tang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrial Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Tang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Referral may be required
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 280W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Pelikan is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Pelikan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Pelikan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Nsair is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nsair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Ucla Medical Plz, Suite 165 34, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yatindra Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. His clinical expertise encompasses Scrotal Swelling, Scaphoid Non-Union, Cardiac Tamponade, and Sitosterolemia.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    100 Medical Plaza, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Bradfield is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bradfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Ectopic Heartbeat, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Hodson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hodson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Disseminated Tuberculosis, Malaria, and Cardiac Tamponade.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    757 Westwood Plz, Suite 7501, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yuliya Krokhaleva is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Krokhaleva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Ventricular Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Murray Kwon is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kwon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health

    650 Charles E Young Dr South, Ste A2-237 CHS, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Hollowed is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hollowed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Atherosclerosis, Atherectomy, and Angioplasty. Dr. Hollowed is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and Internal Medicine. Dr. Hollowed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Referral may be required

    Office

    100 Medical Plz Ste 630, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kamran Shamsa is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shamsa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Shamsa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 420, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sammy Sayed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sayed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Tamponade, Heart Tumor, and Pericarditis.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine
    200 Ucla Medical Plz Ste 420, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Priyanka Moolchandani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Moolchandani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Tamponade and Low Blood Sugar.

    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cardiac Tamponade
    Internal Medicine
    200 Ucla Medical Plz Ste 420, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Beda Cha is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cardiac Tamponade. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Tamponade, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, and Pericarditis.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Cardiac Tamponade?

    Cardiac tamponade is pressure on the heart that occurs when blood or fluid builds up in the space between the heart muscle and the outer covering sac (pericardium) of the heart.

    When should I see a Cardiac Tamponade doctor near santa monica, 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctor near santa monica, 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctors near santa monica, 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctors near santa monica, 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctor near santa monica, 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cardiac Tamponade 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctor near santa monica, 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 Cardiac Tamponade 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 Cardiac Tamponade 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctors near santa monica, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cardiac Tamponade 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 Cardiac Tamponade doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cardiac Tamponade 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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