Overview
Dr. Francis E. Ugowe is a skilled cardiologist specializing in cardiac electrophysiology, with over eight years of experience in internal medicine and cardiovascular care. He earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2016 and completed his internal medicine residency at Duke University Hospital. Currently, Dr. Ugowe practices at MUSC Health Heart \& Vascular in Columbia, South Carolina, where he focuses on diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation and ventricular arrhythmias. He is affiliated with MUSC Community Physicians and is licensed to practice in both South Carolina and North Carolina. Dr. Ugowe has co-authored several peer-reviewed publications, contributing to research on racial disparities in atrial fibrillation management and outcomes. His commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence underscores his dedication to advancing heart health in the communities he serves.
His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation and Arrhythmias.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ugowe is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- PPO
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1655 Bernardin Avenue, Suite 350, Columbia, SC 29204
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ugowe 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.
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. Francis Ugowe
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Francis Ugowe?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Francis Ugowe by calling their office at 803-409-7170. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Francis Ugowe a top-rated expert for Atrial Fibrillation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Francis Ugowe is classified as an Experienced 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. Francis Ugowe specialize in?
While Dr. Francis Ugowe is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Francis Ugowe participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Francis Ugowe has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atrial Fibrillation. You can view a list of Dr. Francis Ugowe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Francis Ugowe accept my insurance?
Dr. Francis Ugowe accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 803-409-7170 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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