Armin J. Bandari
Experienced in Heart Failure

Dr. Armin J. Bandari

Cardiology
CommonSpirit Health
Coastal Cardiology Medical Group
1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, 
San Luis Obispo, CA 
Accepting New Patients

Experienced in Heart Failure
CommonSpirit Health
Coastal Cardiology Medical Group
1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, 
San Luis Obispo, CA 
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Overview

Whether addressing acute symptoms or managing chronic concerns, Coastal Cardiology physicians acknowledge each patient's leadership in identifying their healthcare goals. We believe our ability to provide exemplary care is strengthened when we work in collaboration with the patient, their family members and other healthcare providers. We demonstrate our respect and compassion by committing to continuous improvement, through constant education, ongoing training and frequent feedback.

Dr. Bandari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Specialties
Cardiology
Licenses
Internal Medicine in CA
Board Certifications
Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease)
Hospital Affiliations
French Hospital Medical Center
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

Coastal Cardiology Medical Group
1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Call: 805-782-8844
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San Luis Obispo, CA 
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805-782-8844
Languages Spoken:
English
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I completed my residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Irvine, and a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute in New Orleans.  While at the Scripps Clinic, I completed a fellowship in interventional cardiology as well as a fellowship in Structural Heart Disease and Peripheral Vascular Interventions, receiving an additional year of formal training in transcatheter aortic valve replacement, Watchman left atrial appendage closure, ASD/PFO closure, mitral valve repair, and peripheral vascular interventions.I'm a past fellow-in-training member of the Interventional Scientific Council for the American College of Cardiology and a current member of the Interventional Writing Group. I'm also a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI).My goal is to provide outstanding cardiovascular care to Bakersfield and the southern San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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