The 20 Best Ventricular Septal Defects Doctors Near Me in hackensack, NJ

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 187 doctor with experience in Ventricular Septal Defects near hackensack, NJ. Of these, 153 are Experienced, 30 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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187 providers found
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    ColumbiaDoctors - Glenpointe

    300 Frank W Burr Blvd, Suite 130, 
    Teaneck, NJ 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hiroo Takayama is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Teaneck, New Jersey. Dr. Takayama is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Takayama is board certified in Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Takayama is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Elite in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway Ste 274, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emile Bacha is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Bacha is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ebstein's Anomaly, Ventricular Septal Defects, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Heart Valve Repair, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery At Lenox Hill, 4th Floor

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chad Kliger is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kliger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Kliger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Kliger is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Cardiology | Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Cardiology | Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

    177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Isaac George is a Cardiologist and a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. George is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. George is board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery and Surgery. Dr. George is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    3959 Broadway, Bhn Room 276, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jan Quaegebeur is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Quaegebeur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, and Tetralogy of Fallot.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    St Lukes Hospital

    1111 Amsterdam Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Swistel is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Swistel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Pediatric Center For Heart Disease

    155 Polifly Road, Suite 106, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barry Love is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Love is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Tetralogy of Fallot, Angioplasty, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Love is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Love is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Referral may be required

    Comprehensive Orthopaedic & Spine Institute LLC

    250 Pehle Ave, 
    Saddle Brook,, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Burkhoff is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saddle Brook,, New Jersey. Dr. Burkhoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Burkhoff is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Pediatric Cardiology Associates PC

    1 Broadway Ste 203, 
    Elmwood Park,, NJ 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fuad Kiblawi is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Elmwood Park,, New Jersey. Dr. Kiblawi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Mitral Malformation, Cantu Syndrome, Infantile Pneumothorax, and Ventricular Septal Defects. Dr. Kiblawi is board certified in Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatrics. Dr. Kiblawi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Jeffrey Howard Kern MDoffice

    200 Grand Avenue, Suite 202, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Kern is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Kern is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Mitral Malformation, Heart Murmurs, Cardiac Diverticulum, and X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia. Dr. Kern is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Kern is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

    177 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Kalfa is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kalfa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transposition of the Great Arteries, Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Ebstein's Anomaly, Heart Valve Repair, and Heart Transplant.

    Distinguished in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3959 Broadway Rm 276, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Buratto is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Buratto is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Ventricular Septal Defects, Heart Valve Repair, and Heart Transplant.

    Distinguished in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Distinguished in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Mount Sinai

    1468 Madison Ave, 
    New York,, NY 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Miwa Geiger is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in New York,, New York. Dr. Geiger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Ventricular Septal Defects, Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, and Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum. Dr. Geiger is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    530 1st Ave Ste 9V, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ralph Mosca is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Mosca is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Ventricular Septal Defects, Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Mosca is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Pediatric Center For Heart Disease

    155 Polifly Road, Suite 106, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gabriel Rama is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Rama is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Heart Murmurs, Coronary Artery Fistula, and Ventricular Septal Defects. Dr. Rama is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Rama is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Pediatric Center For Heart Disease

    155 Polifly Road, Suite 106, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Meghan Tozzi is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Tozzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis, Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, and Heart Murmurs. Dr. Tozzi is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Tozzi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Pediatric Center For Heart Disease

    155 Polifly Road, Suite 106, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Austin Wong is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Diverticulum, X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Patent Ductus Arteriosus. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Pediatric Center For Heart Disease

    155 Polifly Road, Suite 106, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hannah Kim is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. Her clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis, and Heart Murmurs. Dr. Kim is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Pediatric Center For Heart Disease

    155 Polifly Road, Suite 106, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Monica Chugh is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Chugh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Heart Block, and Ventricular Septal Defects. Dr. Chugh is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics . Dr. Chugh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Ventricular Septal Defects
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    The Pediatric Center For Heart Disease

    155 Polifly Road, Suite 106, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    George Kipel is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Kipel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ventricular Septal Defects. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia, Cardiac Diverticulum, Heart Murmurs, and Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). Dr. Kipel is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Kipel is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a Ventricular Septal Defects doctor near hackensack, NJ?

    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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctor near hackensack, NJ?

    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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctors near hackensack, NJ?

    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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctors near hackensack, NJ?

    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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctor near hackensack, NJ?

    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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Ventricular Septal Defects 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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctor near hackensack, NJ?

    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 Ventricular Septal Defects 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 Ventricular Septal Defects 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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctors near hackensack, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Ventricular Septal Defects 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 Ventricular Septal Defects doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Ventricular Septal Defects 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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