Akash Rusia

Dr. Akash Rusia

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology | Internal Medicine
5236 W University Dr, Ste 4100, 
Mckinney, TX 
5236 W University Dr, Ste 4100, 
Mckinney, TX 

Overview

Dr. Rusia is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and specializes in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology focusing on the treatment and management of patients with congestive heart failure. His clinical expertise includes advanced heart failure, heart transplantation, left ventricular assist device therapy and mechanical circulatory support services. He also has a professional interest in cardiomyopathies including sarcoidosis, amyloidosis, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiogenic Shock, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

Dr. Rusia is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology- American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Indiana University School Of Medicine - 2015|University Of Southern California - LA County - 2018|University Of Chicago - 2023

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of Southern California - 2018

Specialties

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiology
Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med
Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine
Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology- American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Cardiovascular Medicine, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI - 2022
Cardiovascular Medicine, William Beaumont Hospital of Royal Oak - 2022
Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant, University of Chicago - 2023
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, University of Chicago - 2023

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lake Pointe
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Centennial
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Denton
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Dallas

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Legacy Heart Center - McKinney
5236 W University Dr, Ste 4100, Mckinney, TX 75071

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Is Dr. Akash Rusia a top-rated expert for Ventricular Fibrillation?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Akash Rusia is classified as an Experienced expert for Ventricular Fibrillation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Akash Rusia specialize in?

While Dr. Akash Rusia is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Ventricular Fibrillation, Heart Failure, and Atrial Fibrillation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.

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Dr. Akash Rusia accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-6300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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