The 20 Best Heart Failure Doctors Near Me in Goose Creek, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 182 doctor with experience in Heart Failure near Goose Creek, SC. Of these, 130 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced, 14 are Distinguished and 4 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Coastal Carolina Multispecialty Associates LLC

    9313 Medical Plaza Dr, Suite 305, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Craig is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Craig is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Craig is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Zile is a graduate of Rush University School of Medicine. He did his internal medicine residency at Rush Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center in Chicago, a clinical cardiology fellowship at Tufts-New England Medical Center in Boston and a research cardiology fellowship at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Boston. Dr. Zile is currently the Charles Ezra Daniel professor of medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina.He also serves as the director of cardiology at the Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veteran's Affairs Medical Center in Charleston. He is an adjunct professor of bioengineering at Clemson University.Dr. Zile's research career has involved both basic laboratory research examining the mechanisms of disease development and progression and translational clinical research examining the application of these basic mechanisms to development of effective treatment methods.Dr. Zile is a recognized leader in the areas of cardiac function, congestive heart failure, diastolic heart failure and valvular heart disease. His research is supported by grants from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, the American Heart Association, the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Medical University of South Carolina.Dr. Zile is the author of over 100 peer-reviewed publications. He is a member of a number of professional societies including the American College of Physicians, American Federation of Clinical Research, American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, the Heart Failure Society of America, International Society of Heart Failure, and the American Physiology Society. Dr. Zile has served on the research, educational and program committees of these organizations. He serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and Circulation and is an editorial consultant to a number of others including Circulation Research, Journal of Clinical Investigation and the American Journal of Physiology. Dr. Zile is a member of the Association of University Cardiologists and a member of the ABIM Subspecialty Board on Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Zile is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Zile is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Tedford is a Professor of Medicine/Cardiology and holds the Dr. Peter C. Gazes Endowed Chair in Heart Failure at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC. He currently serves as the section head of heart failure and medical director of cardiac transplantation. He also established and directs the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Fellowship Program at MUSC. Dr. Tedford is an internationally recognized clinical researcher and has published over 200 peer-reviewed original research manuscripts, invited expert reviews, editorials and book chapters. His research efforts are focused on hemodynamic assessment of right ventricle function and its interaction with the pulmonary circulation and left heart. This research spans the fields of pulmonary hypertension, left heart disease, exercise physiology, hemodynamics, systemic sclerosis and mechanical circulatory support. He participates on several scientific advisory boards, clinical trial steering committees, and serves as a hemodynamic core laboratory for clinical pharmaceutical trials. He is co-chair of the PH due to left heart disease task force for 7^th^ World Symposium on Pulmonary Hypertension. He is a deputy editor for the *Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation* and serves on the editorial board for *Circulation: Heart Failure CHEST*and *JACC: Heart* *Failure.*. Dr. Tedford is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Hypertension, Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Tedford is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sheldon E. Litwin is a cardiologist with nationally recognized expertise in advanced cardiac imaging and its use in the diagnosis of heart disease and treatment of patients with heart disease. Dr. Litwin is board-certified in general cardiology, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiovascular computed tomography (CT). He was recognized in 2014 in America's Top Doctors (Castle Connolly Medical Ltd.). He is a strong proponent of preventive cardiology and has a longstanding interest in weight loss as prevention and treatment for cardiovascular disease. He is an avid outdoorsman and exercise advocate who is passionate about caring for active adults who participate in sports or recreational exercise. Prior to coming to MUSC Health, Dr. Litwin was chief of the division of cardiology at Georgia Regents University from 2011 to 2014 and director of cardiac imaging at the University of Utah from 1993 to 2011. Dr. Litwin is involved in clinical trials using new therapies for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). He has published more than 100 scientific papers and serves on several editorial boards and national committees.Dr. Litwin's medical degree was awarded by Washington University School of Medicine. He completed a residency at the University of Arizona and completed a cardiology fellowship at Beth Israel Hospital, Harvard Medical School. Dr. Litwin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Gastric Bypass, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Litwin is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Heart Failure
    Elite in Heart Failure

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A native of New York, Dr. Michael R. Gold graduated from SUNY at Stony Brook in 1975. He received his medical degree from the University of Colorado in 1985 and his Ph.D. degree from the University of Virginia in 1979. He completed his residency and cardiology fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in 1991. Immediately thereafter, Dr. Gold joined the faculty of University of Maryland where he was the director of the cardiac electrophysiology service and assistant professor of medicine and physiology. In 2001, he became professor of medicine in the Department of Medicine. From 2002 to 2015, Dr. Michael R. Gold was the chief of cardiology, Michael E. Assey professor of medicine and medical director of the Heart and Vascular Center at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Gold is the author of over 250 publications. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, in cardiovascular disease and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. His special interests include electrophysiology, adult cardiology and arrhythmias and he is a pioneer in the development of new defibrillation techniques and pacing for congestive heart failure. Dr. Gold is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Gold is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kenneth H. Hanger is a general cardiologist who has been in practice for 30+ years. He was an instructor at MUSC for his first two years after completing his internship, residency and fellowship in cardiology at MUSC. Dr. Hanger's next step was to start Pee Dee Cardiology in Florence, SC where he was an interventional cardiologist doing heart catheterizations and pacemakers. In 1992, Dr. Hanger returned to Charleston to start Lowcountry Cardiology and remained there until early 2018. While there, he practiced general cardiology, as well as interventional and also TAVR, the aortic valve replacement without surgery.Dr. Hanger returned to MUSC in 2018 to take care of patients that he'd had for many years and to take on new ones, as well. He is well experienced in managing almost all kinds of heart diseases, including coronary disease, valvular problems, arrhythmias, congestive heart failure, hypertension and lipid disorders. As a triathlete, Dr. Hanger is also interested in preventing disease and in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Dr. Hanger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Hanger is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Nexton Medical Park

    5500 Front St, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Chakradhari Inampudi M.D. is an advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist and an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine. He specializes in treating patients with all forms of heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, including patients with advanced heart failure requiring IV medications, left ventricular assist devices (LVAD), and cardiac transplantation. Dr. Inampudi earned his medical degree at Kurnool Medical college, India. He then completed residency training in Internal medicine at Medical University of South Carolina where he was awarded the Golden Apple Award for excellence in teaching and clinical acumen. Dr. Inampudi completed fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases at University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and subspecialty fellowship training in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at Vanderbilt University Medical center. Dr. Inampudi clinical and research interests are focused on strategies and therapies to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients with all forms of heart failure by implementing treatment systems to improve clinical outcomes and also also understanding the intersection of kidney and cardiovascular disease. This involves research through clinical trials and through examining data from real-world clinical practice on use and dosing of evidence-based heart failure medications, management of worsening heart failure outside the hospital and Improving outcomes following a hospitalization for heart failure. Dr. Inampudi believes that each patient with heart failure is unique and that a comprehensive approach from a dedicated medical team is essential to achive optimal outcomes. Dr. Inampudi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Inampudi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr Rachel Kaplan specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders (cardiac electrophysiology). She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois and her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr Kaplan completed her internal medicine residency, cardiology fellowship, and cardiac electrophysiology fellowship at Northwestern. During her medical training, she also received a Master of Science in Clinical Investigation degree from Northwestern University. She has published extensively in the area of atrial fibrillation management, with a focus on risk estimation for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation. Dr Kaplan's clinical interests focus on comprehensive atrial fibrillation management including cryoballoon ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion as well as complex left atrial arrhythmias. She is also interested in supraventricular tachycardia. Outside of work, Dr Kaplan is an accomplished musician and clarinetist. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Cardiac Tamponade, Atrial Fibrillation, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine

    Office

    9313 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 202, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brantley Arnau is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Arnau is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 270 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology

    Office

    8992 University Blvd Ste 200, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Gregg is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Gregg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Angina, Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Interventional Cardiology

    MUSC Health Atlantic Cardiovascular Associates - Ladson

    3601 Ladson Road, Suite 100, 
    Ladson, SC 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kennedy has been a trusted cardiologist in private practice for over 26 years, providing comprehensive care in general cardiology, preventive cardiology, and interventional cardiology. His professional focus is on helping patients achieve optimal heart health through evidence-based treatment and preventive strategies. Married for 34 years, Dr. Kennedy values family and enjoys spending quality time with loved ones. Outside of medicine, he is passionate about the outdoors and loves hiking in national parks, finding inspiration and balance in nature. Dr. Kennedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology

    MUSC Health Atlantic Cardiovascular Associates - Ladson

    3601 Ladson Road, Suite 100, 
    Ladson, SC 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Landes grew up in Northern California. Upon completion of her undergraduate degree at Brandeis University she stayed in Boston, Massachusetts for her Doctorate of Medicine at Tufts University. She then relocated to Los Angeles, California and finished her residency in internal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She subsequently completed additional specialty cardiovascular fellowship training in Women's Heart Disease at the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center. After falling in love with the low country she moved to Charleston, South Carolina for fellowship in cardiology at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Landes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Pulmonary Edema. Dr. Landes is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Interventional Cardiology

    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anbukarasi Maran, MBBS, specializes in Interventional Cardiology and is located in North Charleston, SC. Dr. Maran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Angina, Heart Attack, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy. Dr. Maran is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Brian Houston is a cardiologist specializing in the management of advanced heart failure, including the care of patients before and after heart transplantation or left ventricular assist device (LVAD). After graduating from Emory University School of Medicine, Dr. Houston completed residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. He was invited to serve as an assistant chief of service of the Thayer Firm at Johns Hopkins Hospital, and he spent that year caring for patients and instructing residents and medical students. He remained at Johns Hopkins for his general cardiology fellowship and spent an additional year of fellowship there training in the care of advanced heart failure, LVADs, and transplantation. Dr. Houston has been invited to present his research work at international scientific meetings. He has a particular interest in cardiac sarcoidosis and in the effects of LVAD support on the gastrointestinal tract, blood, and the right side of the heart. He was honored to be named a finalist for the American Heart Association's Young Clinician Award in 2015. Dr. Houston believes that each patient with heart failure is unique and that, to live their best life, they require a caring and comprehensive approach from a dedicated medical team. Dr. Houston is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Houston is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Adrian Van Bakel graduated from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1981, completing a Ph.D. in pharmacology from that institution in 1983. He completed internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship training at the Medical University of South Carolina and has been on the faculty at MUSC since 1991. Dr. Van Bakel served as the Medical Director of the Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplant Program from 1991-2017. He has been an integral part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team that has achieved excellent results in the areas of clinical heart failure management and cardiac transplantation. He is a member of a number of professional societies including: The American College of Physicians; the American Heart Association; the American College of Cardiology; the Heart Failure Society of America; and, the International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation. He has served as a manuscript reviewer for several journals, such as: The Journal of Cardiac Failure; The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation; and, The American Journal of Transplantation. Dr. Van Bakel has been the principal investigator of many multi-center clinical trials in congestive heart failure and cardiac transplantation. His research interests include congestive heart failure management, novel immunosuppression strategies and the pharmacogenomics of drug absorption and metabolism. Dr. Van Bakel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Ablation, and Endoscopy. Dr. Van Bakel is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jan Griffin completed her residency in internal medicine at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and cardiology fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital. She then did a fellowship in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where she continued as an assistant professor of medicine.Her research focuses on infiltrative cardiomyopathies, particularly cardiac amyloidosis and cardiac sarcoidosis. She is ABIM board certified in internal medicine, cardiology and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. Dr. Griffin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Primary Amyloidosis, Sarcoidosis, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Griffin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Fred Krainin, MD, specializes in Cardiology and is located in North Charleston, SC. Dr. Krainin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Krainin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Balachandran is a board certified cardiologist. She specializes in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. She was born in Lincolnshire, England and moved to Connecticut, where her family still lives. She pursued a Bachelors in Science at Boston University in Human Physiology, and completed her Doctor of Medicine at the University of Connecticut. She completed her Internal Medicine training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a Harvard Medical School Teaching Hospital. She moved to Houston Texas, to the Texas Heart Institute for her general cardiology training, and finally to Los Angeles, CA at Cedars Sinai Medical Center for her advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology training.As a member of the American College of Cardiology and the International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation, Dr. Balachandran contributes to medical research and has published numerous papers. Dr. Balachandran welcomes new patients and referrals. Dr. Balachandran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Heart Failure, Embolectomy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Balachandran is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine

    Trident Medical Center LLC

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradley Bernard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Bernard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Endoscopy, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Madden is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Madden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Heart Attack, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    What is the definition of Heart Failure?

    Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is no longer able to pump oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body efficiently. This causes symptoms to occur throughout the body.

    Which doctors treat heart failure?   

    Heart failure, also called congestive heart failure, is managed by a team of specialized doctors

    • Primary care doctors are often the first to identify signs of heart failure. They help monitor symptoms, manage overall health, and coordinate care among specialists. They play an important role in early detection and ongoing support. 
    • Cardiologists, including heart failure specialists, lead treatment by diagnosing the condition, prescribing medications, and recommending lifestyle changes. In advanced cases, they may oversee procedures like implantable devices and heart transplants. 
    • Pulmonologists manage lung-related symptoms, such as shortness of breath, due to fluid buildup. They may prescribe diuretics or oxygen therapy to relieve congestion and improve breathing. 
    • Electrophysiologists treat heart rhythm issues (arrhythmias) that may develop with heart failure. They stabilize rhythms through medications, procedures, or implanted devices like pacemakers or defibrillators. 

    What are the symptoms of heart failure? 

    Symptoms of heart failure can vary by type and level of intensity from person to person. 

    Common signs include: 

    • Shortness of breath, especially during activity or while lying down 
    • Fatigue and weakness 
    • Swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet 
    • Rapid or irregular heartbeat 
    • Persistent cough or wheezing, often with white or pink mucus 
    • Difficulty concentrating and a general feeling of being weak or tired 

    How is heart failure diagnosed?  

    Heart failure is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical exams, and tests that assess heart function.  

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Small sensors attached to the skin detect the heart’s rhythm and identify any irregularities, which can signal heart stress or damage. 
    • Echocardiogram: This ultrasound test uses sound waves to create live images that show the heart’s size, shape, and how well it pumps, helping doctors assess damage or weak heart muscle.  
    • Blood Tests: Tests like the B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) measure specific markers that show heart strain. Elevated BNP levels suggest the heart is under stress or working harder than normal. 
    • Chest X-ray: This imaging test shows the size of the heart and any fluid buildup in the lungs. Enlarged heart size or lung congestion can suggest heart failure.  
    • Stress Test: This test checks heart performance under exertion, usually involving exercise or medications that stimulate the heart. Doctors look at heart rate, blood pressure, and rhythm to identify defects. 
    • Cardiac MRI: A cardiac MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the heart, which allows doctors to spot any structural and functional issues. 

    How does heart failure progress?   

    Heart failure progresses in four stages, from A to D. 

    • Stage A: High risk of developing heart failure, but without symptoms or structural heart disease. 
    • Stage B: Structural heart disease is present but without symptoms of heart failure. 
    • Stage C: Symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath appear along with structural heart issues. 
    • Stage D: Advanced heart failure, where symptoms continue even with treatment. 

    By further classifying patients in stage C and stage D heart failure, healthcare teams can better understand how to treat symptoms in more advanced stages. The most common approach is to categorize patients based on symptom severity during physical activity.  

    • Class I means there is no limitation of physical activity 
    •  Class II means there is a slight limitation of physical activity 
    • Class III: means symptoms cause discomfort and limitation of physical activity 
    • Class IV means symptoms are present even at rest and any activity causes discomfort 

    What is the difference between a heart failure doctor and a cardiologist?  

    Both heart failure doctors and cardiologists treat heart failure, but they bring different levels of specialization. A cardiologist is a doctor who treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels, while a heart failure doctor is a cardiologist who specializes in heart failure. Cardiologists are experts in diagnosing and managing a wide range of heart conditions. Heart failure doctors focus specifically on heart failure and may prescribe advanced treatments or therapies. While both types of doctors are essential in treating heart failure, heart failure specialists provide a more focused approach for individuals with complex or severe cases.  

    What is the life expectancy of someone with heart failure? 

    Estimating survival rate is complicated because the life expectancy of someone with heart failure depends on what stage the condition is, how well they respond to treatment, and lifestyle factors. Early stages of heart failure, especially with lifestyle changes and treatment, can slow down progression. In later stages, treatment focuses on symptom management and improving quality of life. Regular follow-ups with a heart failure expert can help patients live longer, healthier lives. However, if heart failure is left untreated, it will be fatal.  

    When should I see a Heart Failure doctor near Goose Creek, SC?

    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 Heart Failure doctor near Goose Creek, SC?

    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 Heart Failure doctors near Goose Creek, SC?

    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 Heart Failure doctors near Goose Creek, SC?

    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 Heart Failure doctor near Goose Creek, SC?

    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 Heart Failure doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure doctor near Goose Creek, SC?

    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 Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure doctors near Goose Creek, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Failure 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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