Overview
Carl Fastabend is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 52 years.
Dr. Fastabend is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Varicose Veins, and Shwartzman Phenomenon.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Fastabend is currently accepting new patients.
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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. Carl Fastabend
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carl Fastabend?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carl Fastabend by calling their office at 281-888-1464. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carl Fastabend a top-rated expert for Venous Insufficiency?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carl Fastabend is classified as an Distinguished expert for Venous Insufficiency, 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. Carl Fastabend specialize in?
While Dr. Carl Fastabend is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Varicose Veins. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Carl Fastabend participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Carl Fastabend has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Venous Insufficiency. You can view a list of Dr. Carl Fastabend's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Carl Fastabend accept my insurance?
Dr. Carl Fastabend accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-888-1464 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Shwartzman PhenomenonDr. Fastabend isDistinguished. Learn about Shwartzman Phenomenon.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Fastabend isDistinguished. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Fastabend isDistinguished. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Fastabend isDistinguished. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
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- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Fastabend isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Fastabend isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- LymphangiectasisDr. Fastabend isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphangiectasis.
- LymphedemaDr. Fastabend isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphedema.
- May Thurner SyndromeDr. Fastabend isAdvanced. Learn about May Thurner Syndrome.
- Meige DiseaseDr. Fastabend isAdvanced. Learn about Meige Disease.
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- AnginaDr. Fastabend isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Fastabend isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Fastabend isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Fastabend isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Fastabend isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Fastabend isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.