The 20 Best Infective Endocarditis Doctors Near Me in Gainesville, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 602 doctor with experience in Infective Endocarditis near Gainesville, FL. Of these, 535 are Experienced, 60 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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602 providers found
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Thoracic Surgery

    Martin Memorial Hospital North

    200 SE Hospital Ave, 
    Stuart, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jose Navia is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Stuart, Florida. Dr. Navia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endocarditis, Infective Endocarditis, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Navia is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carla Mcwilliams is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. Dr. Mcwilliams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Nocardiosis, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Cytomegalovirus Infection. Dr. Mcwilliams is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2013.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Asher is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 45 years. Dr. Asher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Asher is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1997.

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    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Clearwater Cardiovascular And Interventional Consultants MD PA

    455 Pinellas St Ste 400, 
    Clearwater, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vanessa Lucarella is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Lucarella is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease

    Infectious Disease Consultants MD PA

    685 Palm Springs Dr Ste 2A, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Cooper is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Cooper is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Endocarditis. Dr. Cooper is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cooper is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    5458 Town Center Rd Ste 2, 
    Boca Raton, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Heiman is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Boca Raton, Florida. Dr. Heiman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Infective Endocarditis, Lymphangitis, and Cellulitis.

    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease

    Infectious Disease Consultants MD PA

    685 Palm Springs Dr Ste 2A, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Sniffen is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Sniffen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Infective Endocarditis, and Pneumonia. Dr. Sniffen is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sniffen is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease

    Infectious Disease Consultants MD PA

    685 Palm Springs Dr Ste 2A, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Katta is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Katta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Lymphangitis, and Osteomyelitis. Dr. Katta is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Katta is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Infectious Disease

    Infectious Disease Consultants MD PA

    685 Palm Springs Dr Ste 2A, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Velazquez is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Velazquez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Velazquez is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Velazquez is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1905 Clint Moore Rd Ste 201, 
    Boca Raton, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Rubin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Boca Raton, Florida. Dr. Rubin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology At Sun N Lake

    4638 Sun N Lake Blvd, 
    Sebring, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramon Torres is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Sebring, Florida. Dr. Torres is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Stable Angina, and Atherosclerosis.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Central Florida Health Care Services Corp

    915 Harley Strickland Blvd, 
    Orange City, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Balaji Shanmugam is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Shanmugam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endocarditis, Infective Endocarditis, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    First Coast Cardiovascular Surgical Center LLC

    7011 A C Skinner Pkwy Ste 160, 
    Jacksonville,, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmad Chami is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville,, Florida. Dr. Chami is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Bradenton Cardiology Center

    316 Manatee Ave W, 
    Bradenton, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eugene Parent is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bradenton, Florida. Dr. Parent is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Florida Heart Center PA

    1631 NW Saint Lucie West Blvd Ste 102-103, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Venu Jasti is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Jasti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Thymectomy, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Jasti is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jasti is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Northside Hospital-Cardiovascular Disease Gme Program

    6000 49th St N, 
    Saint Petersburg,, FL 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Nguyen is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg,, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, Necrosis, Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology

    Bay Area Heart Center PA

    1201 7th Ave N, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Moss is a Cardiologist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Moss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Metabolic Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, and Angina. Dr. Moss is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Moss is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Cardiology Center Of Englewood PA

    601 Medical Dr, 
    Englewood, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kenneth Pfahler is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Englewood, Florida. Dr. Pfahler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Metabolic Syndrome, and Unstable Angina. Dr. Pfahler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pfahler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Bradenton Cardiology Center

    316 Manatee Ave W, 
    Bradenton, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Holyk is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bradenton, Florida. Dr. Holyk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atherosclerosis, and Angina.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology

    Stuart Cardiology Group, PA

    11380 SW Village Pkwy, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Mcintyre is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Mcintyre is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy. Dr. Mcintyre is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcintyre is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Infective Endocarditis?

    Infective endocarditis (IE) is an infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers (endocardium) and valves. This condition is sometimes called "endocarditis," although it is important to distinguish it from non-Infective endocarditis. IE is caused by bacteria, fungi, or other germs invading the bloodstream and attaching to the heart. IE can damage the heart and cause serious and sometimes fatal complications. It can develop quickly or slowly depending on what type of germ is causing it and whether there is an underlying heart problem. Common symptoms of IE are fever and other flu-like symptoms, but signs and symptoms can vary. It can also cause problems in many other parts of the body besides the heart.

    When should I see an Infective Endocarditis doctor near Gainesville, FL?

    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 an Infective Endocarditis doctor near Gainesville, FL?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctors near Gainesville, FL?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctors near Gainesville, FL?

    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 an Infective Endocarditis doctor near Gainesville, FL?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Infective Endocarditis 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 an Infective Endocarditis doctor near Gainesville, FL?

    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 Infective Endocarditis 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 Infective Endocarditis 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 Infective Endocarditis doctors near Gainesville, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Infective Endocarditis 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 an Infective Endocarditis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Infective Endocarditis 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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