Elsa G. Giardina
Expertise in
29
conditions
Expertise in
29
conditions

Overview

Elsa-Grace V. Giardina, MD,MS is Professor of Medicine at the Columbia University Medical Center and Attending Physician at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. She trained as a non-invasive cardiologist, pharmaco-electrophysiologist and clinical pharmacologist all at Columbia University and recieved a Master's degree in metabolism from the Institute of Human Nutrition, College of Physicians & Surgeons. Her current research and educational focus is on cardiovascular risk and the impact of nutrition and obesity on intergenerational cardiovascular health and disease among women and their families.Dr. Giardina is recognized nationally as an expert on cardio-active drugs and has been a member of the Cardio-Renal Advisory Committee of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Pharmacology study section of the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Her many honors include the Jane V. Myers Memorial Medical Scholarship from Bryn Mawr College, the PMA Faculty Development Award in Clinical Pharmacology, the American Heart Association Appreciation Award for community service, the American Medical Women’s Association Gender Equity Award and she is a Trustee of the New York Academy of Medicine. She is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), the American College of Physicians (FACP), and the American Heart Association (FAHA).She was awarded the “Award of Excellence” by Governor George Pataki of New York State for research advancements on cardiac disease in women and for developing the Center for Women’s Health at the Columbia University Medical Center. She received the Medal of Honor from New York Medical College for outstanding achievements and was named a Fellow of the Virginia Apgar Society, an honor bestowed on Columbia University faculty that recognizes individual achievement and commitment to education excellence. Dr. Giardina is a member of the Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons Academy of Clinical Excellence (ACE) and she has mentored more than 40 students, residents, fellows and young attendings in the specialty of cardiovascular disease, women's health and nutrition.

Dr. Giardina is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Dr. Giardina is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Nuclear Cardiology in NY

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, NY

Hospital Affiliations

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion
161 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Giardina has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Mitral Valve Prolapse
High Cholesterol
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Is Dr. Elsa G. Giardina a top-rated expert for Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elsa G. Giardina is classified as an Distinguished expert for Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), 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. Elsa G. Giardina specialize in?

While Dr. Elsa G. Giardina is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Elsa G. Giardina accept my insurance?

Dr. Elsa G. Giardina accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-5371 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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