
Overview
Dr. Edward Wei earned his undergraduate degree in biology from The University of Texas at Austin and his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and a fellowship in cardiology at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Dr. Wei, who has been in practice since 2010, is board certified in both internal medicine and nuclear cardiology. He specializes in treating cardiovascular disease, including coronary artery disease, heart attack, arrhythmia, heart failure, congenital heart defects, cardiomyopathy and peripheral artery disease. Patients describe him as a patient and understanding physician with a good sense of humor who listens carefully to their questions and addresses their concerns. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology.
Dr. Wei is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arterial Embolism, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Carotid Artery Disease.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Wei is currently accepting new patients.
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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. Edward Y. Wei
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Y. Wei?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward Y. Wei by calling their office at 281-446-6656. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edward Y. Wei a top-rated expert for Atrial Fibrillation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward Y. Wei is classified as an Advanced expert for Atrial Fibrillation, 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. Edward Y. Wei specialize in?
While Dr. Edward Y. Wei is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Atrial Fibrillation, Arterial Embolism, and Hypertensive Heart Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Edward Y. Wei participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Edward Y. Wei has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atrial Fibrillation. You can view a list of Dr. Edward Y. Wei's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Edward Y. Wei accept my insurance?
Dr. Edward Y. Wei accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-446-6656 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Heart FailureDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- NecrosisDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Wei isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Experienced
- AnginaDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- EndocarditisDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- FaintingDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Heart AttackDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
- Low Blood PressureDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Unstable AnginaDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Unstable Angina.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Wei isExperienced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.