Overview
Dr. Anthony Hlavacek is a doctor who takes care of children with heart problems. Some of these patients are born with abnormally developed hearts, while others develop heart problems later in childhood. He sees patients in our outpatient clinics and our pediatric cardiology acute care unit in the Children's Hospital. In addition, he performs pediatric echocardiography, cardiac CT, cardiac MRI, and fetal echocardiography. He is originally from Missouri, but went to college at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. He then went to Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas for medical school. He completed a residency in pediatrics at Texas Children's Hospital before coming to the Medical University of South Carolina for a fellowship in pediatric cardiology. He has advanced training in cardiac imaging and also completed a Masters in Clinical Research. He is well-respected expert in cardiac imaging and cardiac anatomy, and had been invited to speak at regional, national, and international conferences about these topics. He has authored over 80 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 11 book chapters, and co-authored a textbook.
Dr. Hlavacek is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Heart Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2250 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
2250 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hlavacek has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol
Dr. Shahryar Chowdhury completed undergraduate and medical school at the University of Florida. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at the University of South Carolina. His pediatric cardiology fellowship and advanced non-invasive imaging training were completed at the Medical University of South Carolina. He joined the staff at MUSC in 2014. Dr. Chowdhury has expertise in echocardiography and cardiac CT. In addition, he sees patients in our pediatric cardiology acute care unit in the Children's Hospital. Dr. Chowdhury currently serves as the associate director of the pediatric cardiology fellowship training program.Dr. Chowdhury's research interests include determining the accuracy of non-invasive measures of ventricular function, investigating the ability of these measures to predict outcomes in children with heart disease, determining the pathophysiologic mechanisms behind heart failure in patients with single ventricle physiology, and investigating the effects of childhood obesity on the heart. He has presented his work at regional, national, and international meetings; has published numerous articles; and has been the recipient of awards and grants to support his research. Dr. Chowdhury is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Truncus Arteriosus, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Barth Syndrome, Heart Transplant, and Gastrostomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek by calling their office at 843-792-2300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek a top-rated expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek is classified as an Advanced expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus, 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. Anthony M. Hlavacek specialize in?
While Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, and Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Patent Ductus Arteriosus. You can view a list of Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek accept my insurance?
Dr. Anthony M. Hlavacek accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-2300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Hlavacek isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Patent Ductus ArteriosusDr. Hlavacek isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
- Tetralogy of FallotDr. Hlavacek isAdvanced. Learn about Tetralogy of Fallot.
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Hlavacek isAdvanced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.
- Experienced
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- Abruzzo-Erickson SyndromeDr. Hlavacek isExperienced. Learn about Abruzzo-Erickson Syndrome.
- Acrodermatitis EnteropathicaDr. Hlavacek isExperienced. Learn about Acrodermatitis Enteropathica.
- Acrorenal Mandibular SyndromeDr. Hlavacek isExperienced. Learn about Acrorenal Mandibular Syndrome.
- Allan-Herndon-Dudley SyndromeDr. Hlavacek isExperienced. Learn about Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome.
- Alstrom SyndromeDr. Hlavacek isExperienced. Learn about Alstrom Syndrome.