Overview
Dr. Bassam Yaghmour is a board-certified UCI Health pulmonologist and critical care physician who specializes in managing advanced pulmonary vascular disease and targeted vasodilator treatment for pulmonary hypertension.His clinical interests include pulmonary arterial hypertension, pulmonary hypertension in advanced lung and heart disease, chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary hypertension in renal failure, sarcoidosis and high-risk pulmonary embolism. He also uses echocardiography to assess, monitor and provide personalized therapy to patients with pulmonary hypertension.Yaghmour earned his medical degree at the University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine in Aleppo, Syria, followed by an internal medicine residency at Henry Ford Hospital and Wayne State University in Detroit, Mich. He then completed a fellowship in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis.His research focus includes the design and execution of clinical trials to test approaches for managing this disease. He also studies exercise-induced pulmonary hypertension, as well as novel techniques and treatment options for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Through bench-to-bedside research and technical excellence, he seeks to improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients with pulmonary hypertension and heart failure. His goal is to heal the body as well as mind and spirit.
Dr. Yaghmour is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Yaghmour is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
101 The City Drive South, Building 30, Orange, CA 92868
101 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868
1640 Newport Boulevard, Suite 100, Mesa, CA 92627
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. Bassam Yaghmour
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bassam Yaghmour?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Bassam Yaghmour by calling their office at 714-880-7812. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Bassam Yaghmour a top-rated expert for Pulmonary Hypertension?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bassam Yaghmour is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pulmonary Hypertension, 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. Bassam Yaghmour specialize in?
While Dr. Bassam Yaghmour is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Bassam Yaghmour participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Bassam Yaghmour has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pulmonary Hypertension. You can view a list of Dr. Bassam Yaghmour's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Bassam Yaghmour accept my insurance?
Dr. Bassam Yaghmour accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-880-7812 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Yaghmour isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive DiseaseDr. Yaghmour isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.
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- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Yaghmour isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
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- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Yaghmour isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)Dr. Yaghmour isExperienced. Learn about Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).
- Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS)Dr. Yaghmour isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS).
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Yaghmour isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- Collapsed LungDr. Yaghmour isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- COVID-19Dr. Yaghmour isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.