Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum

Pediatric Cardiology
Children's Mercy Kansas City
2401 Gillham Rd, 
Kansas City,, MO 
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Children's Mercy Kansas City
2401 Gillham Rd, 
Kansas City,, MO 

Overview

Brian Birnbaum is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Kansas City,, Missouri.

His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Heart Transplant.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Birnbaum is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MO

Hospital Affiliations

St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Children's Mercy Kansas City
2401 Gillham Rd, Kansas City,, MO 64108

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.

24 Total Publications

Outpatient Management of Isolated Left-to-Right Shunt Lesions in Pediatric Patients: 2026 ACC Concise Clinical Guidance: A Report of the American College of Cardiology Solution Set Oversight Committee.
Outpatient Management of Isolated Left-to-Right Shunt Lesions in Pediatric Patients: 2026 ACC Concise Clinical Guidance: A Report of the American College of Cardiology Solution Set Oversight Committee.
Journal: Journal of the American College of Cardiology
Published: March 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum

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Is Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum a top-rated expert for Cardiomyopathy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum is classified as an Experienced expert for Cardiomyopathy, 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. Brian F. Birnbaum specialize in?

While Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Cardiomyopathy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.

Does Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cardiomyopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum accept my insurance?

Dr. Brian F. Birnbaum accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 816-234-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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