The 20 Best Pediatric Myocarditis Doctors Near Me in Augusta, GA

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The 20 Best Pediatric Myocarditis Doctors near Augusta, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 124 doctor with experience in Pediatric Myocarditis near Augusta, GA. Of these, 94 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Arthur B. Chandler
    Distinguished in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart At Summerville - Professional Center

    2258 Wrightsboro Rd, Ste 400, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Chandler specializes in Cardiovascular Disease. His special interests include Congestive Heart Failure. Dr. Chandler offers treatment for/treats conditions such as Coronary Artery Disease, and Congestive Heart Failure.He completed his Cardiology Fellowship in 1990 and is board certified in Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure.In his spare time, Dr. Chandler enjoys horseback riding. Dr. Chandler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Shuchita Gupta
    Distinguished in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Cardiology | Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Cardiology | Transplant Surgery

    Piedmont Augusta Heart Failure Center

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 6700, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gupta specializes in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology at the Piedmont Augusta Hub. Her additional skills include Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, TEE, Cardioversion, LVAD, and Cardiac Transplant Management. She is a member of the International Society of Heart and Lung Transplant (ISHLT), Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA), and the American College of Cardiology (ACC). Dr. Gupta offers treatment for conditions such as Congestive Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Cardio-Oncology, Pulmonary Hypertension, Post-partum Cardiomyopathy, and all other Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Gupta is currently board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant. She manages patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD), Cardiomems®, and other implantable cardiac devices with remote heart failure monitoring capabilities. Dr. Gupta is a highly skilled medical practitioner who is very detail oriented and passionate about quality care.In her spare time, Dr. Gupta enjoys reading, creating art, and traveling with her family. Dr. Gupta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pulmonary Edema.

    Darshak H. Karia
    Distinguished in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Transplant Surgery | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Transplant Surgery | Cardiology

    Piedmont Augusta Heart Failure Center

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 6700, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Karia is the founding Medical Director for Advanced Heart Failure and Mechanical Circulatory Support Programs at Piedmont Augusta. His expertise centers on innovative heart failure therapies. He is a respected thought leader and lectures globally on topics related to Advanced Heart Failure. In addition to taking care of Advanced Heart Failure; Cardiac Transplant; and LVAD patients; he performs echocardiograms; stress tests; and cardiac catheterizations. Dr. Karia is the Principal Investigator in many research studies and is published in many peer-reviewed publications. He serves on the editorial board of many prestigious journals.Dr. Karia has over 17 years' experience in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology and is board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology; and Cardiovascular Medicine. He manages patients with Cardiac Transplants; Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD); Cardiomems® and other implantable cardiac devices with remote heart failure monitoring capabilities. Beloved by his patients; Dr. Karia is an enthusiastic advocate for their care and is always willing to go the extra mile for them. Dr. Karia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

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    Mac A. Bowman
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Summerville - Professional Center

    2258 Wrightsboro Rd, Ste 400, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bowman specializes in Cardiology. His special interests include Preventative Cardiology. Dr. Bowman treats conditions such as Hypertension, Coronary Artery Disease, Hyperlipidemia, Post-MI and Congestive Heart Failure.Dr. Bowman has more than 30 years of experience and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases.In his spare time, Dr. Bowman enjoys his family. He likes running, writing, and listening to music. He loves community charitable outreach and founded the Dr. Mac Bowman Horizon Foundation as a result of his passion to help others. Dr. Bowman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Rakesh I. Baman
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Summerville - Professional Center

    2258 Wrightsboro Rd, Ste 400, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Baman specializes in Cardiovascular Diseases. His special interests include Preventative Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology and Echocardiography. Dr Baman offers treatments for conditions such as chest pain, palpitations, dizziness, and shortness of breath. Dr. Baman has over 26 years of experience in practice and is Board certified in Cardiology.Dr. Baman enjoys spending time with his family and playing tennis, skiing and camping. He enjoys travelling to other countries. He especially enjoys visiting and playing with his granddaughter. Dr. Baman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Atrial Fibrillation, and Aortic Regurgitation.

    Shobashalini Chokkalingam
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Summerville - Professional Center

    2258 Wrightsboro Rd, Ste 400, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Chokkalingam specializes in Cardiovascular Disease. Her special interests include Valvular Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Disease, and Women's Heart Disease. Dr. Chokkalingam offers treatment for/treats conditions such as Hypertension, Valvular Heart Disease, Congestive Heart Failure, chest pain, and high cholesterol.In her spare time, Dr. Chokkalingam enjoys listening to music, cooking and traveling. Dr. Chokkalingam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Attack.

    Paul E. Cundey
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 5, Suite 5100

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 5100, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Cundey is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Cundey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Cundey is currently accepting new patients.

    Abdulla M. Abdulla
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 5, Suite 5100

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 5100, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Abdulla is a cardiologist with over 40 years of experience treating patients. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease.He is a clinical professor of Medicine at AU and former Chief of Cardiology at the Medical College of Georgia. He treats CAD, CHF, Hypertension, and Cardiac Arrhythmias, including Atrial Fibrillation.In his spare time, Dr. Abdulla maintains a website designed for patient education. Dr. Abdulla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Angina.

    Kraig M. Wangsnes
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 5, Suite 5100

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 5100, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wangsnes is a Cardiologist with more than 30 years of experience treating patients.Dr. Wangsnes is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. He specializes in Invasive Interventional Cardiology, TAVR and Echocardiography.In his spare time, he enjoys playing the guitar, weight training, martial arts and studying history. Dr. Wangsnes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Michael J. Johnson
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 5, Suite 5100

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 5100, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Johnson is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Johnson has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Faiz Rehman
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 2, Suite 307

    818 Saint Sebastian Way, Ste 307, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Faiz Rehman is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Rehman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Cardiomyopathy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Rehman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Javaheri is an Interventional Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Javaheri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gyanendra Sharma is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Preston Conger is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Conger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), His Bundle Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Monique Bethel is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Bethel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Myocarditis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Necrosis, Aortic Regurgitation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Advanced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pascha Schafer is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Schafer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Ray E. Johnson
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 5, Suite 5100

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 5100, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ray Johnson is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Peter J. Bigham
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 5, Suite 5100

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 5100, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Bigham is a Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Bigham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Bigham is currently accepting new patients.

    Paul T. Maddux
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 5, Suite 5100

    1348 Walton Way, Ste 5100, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Maddux is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Maddux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Heart Attack. Dr. Maddux is currently accepting new patients.

    Santosh C. Varkey
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Pediatric Myocarditis
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart At Augusta - Bldg. 2, Suite 302

    818 Saint Sebastian Way, Ste 302, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Varkey specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology. His special interests include implantation and extraction of cardiac rhythm devices and complex ablation procedures.Dr. Varkey offers treatment for brady arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia.In his spare time, Dr. Varkey enjoys spending time with his family, exercise and traveling. Dr. Varkey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pediatric Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Pediatric Myocarditis?

    Pediatric myocarditis is inflammation of the heart muscle in an infant or young child.

    When should I see a Pediatric Myocarditis doctor near Augusta, GA?

    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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctor near Augusta, GA?

    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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctors near Augusta, GA?

    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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctors near Augusta, GA?

    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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctor near Augusta, GA?

    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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pediatric Myocarditis 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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctor near Augusta, GA?

    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 Pediatric Myocarditis 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 Pediatric Myocarditis 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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctors near Augusta, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pediatric Myocarditis 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 Pediatric Myocarditis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pediatric Myocarditis 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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