Overview
Amber M. Edwards, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, TN. Dr. Edwards delivers minimally invasive heart care and open heart surgery to open narrow arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valve and surgically correct chronic AFib. Our cardiovascular specialists are part of an integrated, national network of heart care, sharing best practices and offering evaluation and treatment of the most complex heart conditions.
Dr. Edwards is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Heart Tumor, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Dr. Edwards is board certified in The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Edwards is currently accepting new patients.
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
4230 Harding Pike, Ste 535, Nashville, TN 37205
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amber M. Edwards
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amber M. Edwards?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amber M. Edwards by calling their office at 615-222-5500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amber M. Edwards a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amber M. Edwards is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, 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. Amber M. Edwards specialize in?
While Dr. Amber M. Edwards is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Amber M. Edwards participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amber M. Edwards has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Amber M. Edwards's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amber M. Edwards accept my insurance?
Dr. Amber M. Edwards accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-222-5500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Edwards isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Heart TumorDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.