Dr. Robert Doria has lived on the Central Coast and practiced Cardiovascular Medicine as a partner with Coastal Cardiology since 1990. His undergraduate education was obtained at the U.S. Air Force Academy and the University of California, Los Angeles. He attended graduate schools at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and UCLA where he studied radiation biology and radiation physics. He attended medical school at the University of Southern California. After residency in Internal Medicine, he completed his fellowship in Cardiology at the University of California, Irvine.While he practices all aspects of cardiology, his primary interests are in the treatment of coronary artery disease, interventional revascularization procedures, cardiac arrhythmias including treatment with pacemaker and defibrillator devices, and advanced congestive heart failure, including the use of device therapies for support and cardiac transplantation.Dr. Doria has received Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Interventional Cardiology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He was elected to Fellowship in the American College of Cardiology in 1990.Dr. Doria lives with his wife and three children and enjoys spending spare time with family activities, youth sports, basketball and snow skiing. Dr. Doria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

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. Bocchicchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmias, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Dr. Steven Goodman graduated from Tulane university with a Bachelors of Science with a Major in Biology. He attended medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago . Dr. Goodman completed his internship and residency in Family Medicine at San Bernardino County Hospital, following two years of working, outpatient medicine, traveling, fishing and scuba diving in Guam. He and his wife relocated to San Luis Obispo in 1988. He formed Cuesta Medical Group (CMG) in 1994. In 2015 CMG joined Dignity Health’s medical group Pacific Central Coast Health Centers.  Dr. Goodman continues to practice full service Family Medicine, and also serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Pacific Central Coast Health Centers. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), High Cholesterol, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Joel Lardizabal is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Lardizabal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, High Cholesterol, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Lardizabal is currently accepting new patients.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Canvasser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Faber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Paul Perry is a Thoracic Surgeon in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Perry is currently accepting new patients.