The 20 Best Coarctation of the Aorta Doctors Near Me in Baltimore, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Coarctation of the Aorta near Baltimore, MD. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Distinguished in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Johns Hopkins Children's Center

    1800 Orleans St, 
    Baltimore,, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shelby Kutty is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Kutty is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Tetralogy of Fallot, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Heart Transplant, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Johns Hopkins Children's Center

    1800 Orleans Street, Suite 2201, Suite 2201, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Allen Everett is a professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His areas of clinical expertise include general pediatric cardiology. Dr. Everett earned his M.D. from East Tennessee State University. He completed his residency in pediatrics and fellowship in pediatric cardiology at the University of Virginia. Dr. Everett joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2003. He has become the program leader at Johns Hopkins in pediatric biomarker discovery, with a particular focus on brain injury, pulmonary hypertension and effects of medical plastics exposure on congenital heart disease outcomes. He is the principal investigator (PI) or co-PI on multiple NIH- funded R01 studies. Dr. Everett also serves as the director of the Pediatric Proteome Center. Dr. Everett is an author of over 140 peer review papers, three book chapters, editor/author of the Illustrated Field Guide to Congenital Heart Disease and Repair, now in its fourth edition, and senior associate editor for the journal, Cardiology in the Young. He is a co-developer of PedCathTM cardiac catheterization software with Scientific Software Solutions which has been translated into five languages, has five US biomarker patents filed and brain injury biomarkers licensed to ImmunArray, Ltd. Dr. Everett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Pulmonary Hypertension, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Everett is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Suite 7200, Suite 7200, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Cingolani is an Associate Professor at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Division of Cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Nacional de La Plata, Argentina, and completed his Internship and Internal Medicine Residency at CEMIC, Buenos Aires, Argentina, and hypertension research post-doctoral fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI. After completing his Internal Medicine Residency at The Reading Hospital and Medical Center in Pennsylvania, Dr. Cingolani joined The Johns Hopkins Hospital as a Cardiology fellow, where he remained in the Faculty after his training. Currently, he is the Associate Director of The Johns Hopkins Hospital Coronary Care Unit, Director of the Hypertension Center and member of the Echocardiography Lab and Outpatient Cardiology Clinic. He also teaches pathophysiology to medical students. Dr. Cingolani’s research interests focus on hypertensive heart disease and its transition to heart failure. He aims to elucidate the mechanism/s by which certain matricellular proteins present in the heart seem to play a protective role. His research is mainly supported by the National Institute of Health (NIH). He is also the principal investigator of the DREAM study group, studying the effect of Melatonin in preventing atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Dr. Cingolani has been recognized by the Council for High Blood Pressure Research of the American Heart Association for his work in hypertension and is the 2011 recipient of the PJ Schafer Memorial Heart Research Award, the 2012 Michel Mirowski Discovery Fund Award, and 2013 Magic that matters Fund. Dr. Cingolani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), His Bundle Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Cingolani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Kavita Sharma MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine in Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant Cardiology in the Division of Cardiology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She is the Director of the Johns Hopkins Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction Program. She sees patients at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, downtown campus. A cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure, her clinical interests include advanced heart failure diagnosis and management, heart transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support including left ventricular assist devices. She has a specialized interest in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), and directs one of the largest programs in the country dedicated to caring for patients with this condition. She is the principal investigator of numerous clinical and translational trials in HFpEF and leads a team of nurses, research coordinators, and fellows-in-training in this multi-faceted program. She is an invited speaker at national meetings in topic areas covering advanced heart failure and HFpEF. Dr. Sharma is a member of the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology, the Heart Failure Society of America, and the International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Heart Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Sharma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Children's Center

    1800 Orleans Street, Suite 2201, Suite 2201, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcelo Cardarelli is a pediatric thoracic and cardiac surgeon and the interim director of pediatric cardiac surgery at the Blalock-Taussig-Thomas Pediatric and Congenital Heart Center at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. He specializes in treating diseases affecting the chest, lungs, esophagus and heart for infants, children and adolescents. Dr. Cardarelli graduated from the University of Buenos Aires, and after completing training in Buenos Aires, he obtained further pediatric cardiac training through fellowships at the Texas Heart Institute, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Boston Children’s Hospital. He then received a Master of Public Health at The Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Cardarelli was the director of pediatric cardiac surgery at the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital for Children for nearly 18 years. An eight-year tenure followed as a congenital surgeon at Inova Children’s Hospital in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Cardarelli also co-founded the Global Cardiac Alliance, a foundation developing pediatric cardiac surgery services in low-income and middle-income countries. Videos Marcelo Cardarelli, M.D., M.P.H.Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Are We Witnessing Revolution or Evolution in Health Care?, OP-Med(May 15, 2023) The Silver Lining of the Pandemic, OP- Med (May 10, 2021) The HealthCare Problem: Why Can’t We Find a Solution?, Health ( May 14, 2012) A Sip of Water, Public Health (February 13, 2013). Dr. Cardarelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Coarctation of the Aorta.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Neonatology | Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Neonatology | Pediatric Cardiology

    Johns Hopkins Children's Center

    1800 Orleans Street, Suite 2201, Suite 2201, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Barnes is a pediatric cardiologist specializing in fetal cardiology and fetal echocardiography in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Barnes was born at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, which is where he also completed his residency in pediatrics and fellowships in pediatric cardiology and pediatric advanced cardiac imaging prior to joining the pediatric cardiology team in 2019. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School. Dr. Barnes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Atresia, Tetralogy of Fallot, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Double Inlet Left Ventricle. Dr. Barnes is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Ringel is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Ringel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Coarctation of the Aorta, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Heart Valve Repair, and Angioplasty. Dr. Ringel is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Tamil

    Dr. Priya Sekar is an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise are fetal and pediatric cardiology, echocardiography and noninvasive imaging After receiving her undergraduate degree at the University of Chicago, Dr. Sekar earned a master’s degree in public health from George Washington University. She received her medical degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science/Chicago Medical School. She completed her general pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital Oakland and performed her pediatric cardiology fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. She was a fetal/perinatal cardiology and clinical research fellow at the University of Alberta/Stollery Children's Hospital. Dr. Sekar was a fetal/perinatal cardiology and clinical research fellow at the University of Alberta/Stollery Children's Hospital. Dr. Sekar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Mitral Stenosis, Tetralogy of Fallot, Heart Tumor, and Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation. Dr. Sekar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Advanced in Coarctation of the Aorta

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore,, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Traill is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Traill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Marfan Syndrome, Congenital Contractural Arachnodactyly, Arachnodactyly, and Bicuspid Aortic Valve.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore,, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alicia Chaves is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Chaves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Ventricular Septal Defects, Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm, Pulmonary Atresia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore,, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Pietris is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Pietris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, and Ventricular Septal Defects.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Gaskin is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Gaskin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Heart Murmurs, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Bicuspid Aortic Valve.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Pediatric Cardiology

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore,, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nathaniel Robbins is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Robbins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Ventricular Septal Defects, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), and Bicuspid Aortic Valve.

    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Coarctation of the Aorta
    Vascular Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    Lutherville, MD 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Elizabeth Ratchford is a Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include vascular medicine. Dr. Ratchford serves as the director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Vascular Medicine. Dr. Ratchford received her M.D. from the Yale University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University. Her research interests include peripheral artery disease, fibromuscular dysplasia, and cardiovascular disease prevention among firefighters. Dr. Ratchford has been recognized by several honors, including the Merck Book Award from Yale University School of Medicine. She serves on the editorial board of the journal Vascular Medicine as editor of the Patient Page Section. She is currently the President of the Society for Vascular Medicine. Dr. Ratchford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Coarctation of the Aorta. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Superficial Thrombophlebitis, Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, and Deep Vein Thrombosis. Dr. Ratchford is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Coarctation of the Aorta?

    The aorta is a large artery that carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the rest of the body with blood. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. This is called coarctation of the aorta. It is a type of birth defect.

    When should I see a Coarctation of the Aorta doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Coarctation of the Aorta 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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Coarctation of the Aorta 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 Coarctation of the Aorta 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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Coarctation of the Aorta 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 Coarctation of the Aorta doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Coarctation of the Aorta 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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