Herb Ladley, MD, MBA, FACC, became a cardiologist because he was captivated by the heart's anatomy and physiology. He joined Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute in 1984, and loves the relationship he's built with patients he's cared for through the decades. He believes that taking time to listen to his patients helps him understand how best to treat them. A native of northern Virginia, Dr. Ladley says he was drawn to the Appalachian Highlands because of the people, the recreational activities and the climate. When he's not working, he enjoys staying fit on the farm. Dr. Ladley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Brijesh Patel, MD, was drawn to the Appalachian Highlands because of the kindness of its people and the beauty of the region. His decision to become a physician was influenced by a significant childhood event involving his brother’s near-drowning, which ignited his calling to pursue a medical career. Dr. Patel enjoyed studying physics in school which helped him find his passion for cardiology. “I believe in empowering patients, ensuring they understand their condition and can recognize early signs of trouble. Partnering with them, I aim to create healthier lives.” Dr. Patel said. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation.

Michael Ayers is a Cardiologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Ayers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Sengers Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Rick Nishimura is a Cardiologist in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Nishimura is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Joseph Austin is a Cardiologist in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Austin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Vasculitis, Aortic Regurgitation, Necrosis, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

George Mcdaniel is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Charlottesville,, Virginia. Dr. Mcdaniel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Congenital Heart Block, and Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome.

Rohit Malhotra is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Fishersville, Virginia. Dr. Malhotra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Malhotra is currently accepting new patients.

Pamela Mason is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Mason is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Mason is currently accepting new patients.

Kenneth Bilchick is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Bilchick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Bilchick is currently accepting new patients.

Lawrence Gimple is a Cardiologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Gimple is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Gimple is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Kramer is a Cardiologist and a Radiologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Kramer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Peripheral Artery Disease, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Kramer is currently accepting new patients.

James Macnamara is a Cardiologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Macnamara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Failure.

Gregory Kauffman is a Cardiologist in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Dr. Kauffman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Cardiomyopathy, Atrial Fibrillation, and Atherosclerosis.

Kenneth Ellenbogen is a Cardiologist in Richmond,, Virginia. Dr. Ellenbogen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Ectopic Heartbeat, Atrial Fibrillation, Sarcoidosis, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Wayne Miller is a Cardiologist in Virginia Beach,, Virginia. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Long QT Syndrome 5.

Ronald Stine is an Interventional Cardiologist in Virginia Beach,, Virginia. Dr. Stine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Angioplasty, and Cardiac Ablation.

Keyur Shah is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

Janice Langer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Williamsburg, Virginia. Dr. Langer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Langer is currently accepting new patients.

Keith Espiritu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Espiritu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Espiritu is currently accepting new patients.

Sarai Morrison is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Suffolk, Virginia. Dr. Morrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Infant Hyperglycemia. Dr. Morrison is currently accepting new patients.