Overview
Dr. Chiles completed his undergraduate education at the University of Texas and did his medical school and residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He graduated from medical school with high honors and was awarded the Gold Headed Cane Award by his classmates as the senior most exemplifying the characteristics of “humanity, humility and fidelity”. Upon completion of his year as chief resident at UTMB, he completed his Cardiology Fellowship at the University of North Carolina, where he also served as the Chief Fellow. Dr. Chiles then joined the faculty at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in Temple, Texas. He has served as the Associate Program Director and Program Director for the Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship along with several other roles in graduate medical education including Ombudsman for the GME programs. He is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine. He has authored several book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles. He currently serves as Chief of Cardiology for the Central Texas Region. He has an active clinical practice in ICU care, clinic, echo and the cath lab. He has areas of interest in critical care, cardiogenic shock, chronic coronary syndromes and stress-induced cardiomyopathy. Dr. Chiles' areas of expertise include the treatment of high cholesterol, heart attacks, coronary heart disease, congestive heart failure, abnormal heart rhythms and high blood pressure. Connect with Dr. Chiles: Dr. Chiles on Doximity.
Dr. Chiles is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
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.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
Dr. Afshin Ehsan is a board-certified adult cardiothoracic surgeon. His professional interests include surgical treatment of complex valvular heart disease, catheter-based aortic and mitral valve therapies and minimally invasive surgery. Among his most common procedures is mitral valve repairs, aortic valve replacements and surgery for complex coronary artery disease. Dr. Ehsan is passionate about providing comprehensive treatment for all forms of cardiovascular disease in his patients. Dr. Ehsan is a member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, the Society of University Surgeons, the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association and the American College of Surgeons. He is proud to serve as the Chief of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple. Outside of work, Dr. Ehsan enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, traveling and live music. Dr. Ehsan is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Vasoconstriction, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Scott & White Memorial Hospital
Philip Houck is a Cardiologist in Temple, Texas. Dr. Houck is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Constrictive Pericarditis, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
After completing education and training at Texas A&M College of Medicine and Mayo Clinic Rochester MN, Dr. Giebel joined the Division of Cardiology at Temple Clinic Baylor Scott & White Health. He has been a staff cardiologist here since 1994. His career duties involve clinical cardiology, CVICU care, echocardiography and structural heart disease echocardiography, and diagnostic cardiac catheterization. He has been active in teaching medical students, residents, and cardiology fellows. Dr. Giebel's areas of expertise include general cardiology and the treatment of coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, chest pain, heart failure, cardiomyopathy, hypertension, and pericardial disease. Dr. Giebel is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher Chiles
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Chiles?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher Chiles by calling their office at 254-724-2111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher Chiles a top-rated expert for Ventricular Tachycardia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher Chiles is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ventricular Tachycardia, 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. Christopher Chiles specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher Chiles is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, and Arrhythmias. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Christopher Chiles participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Chiles has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ventricular Tachycardia. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher Chiles's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher Chiles accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher Chiles accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-724-2111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Chiles isDistinguished. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Advanced
- AnginaDr. Chiles isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Chiles isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Chiles isAdvanced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Chiles isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Chiles isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Chiles isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Experienced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Chiles isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Chiles isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Chiles isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- ApoplexyDr. Chiles isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArachnodactylyDr. Chiles isExperienced. Learn about Arachnodactyly.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy