Overview
Gerson Valencia, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist and serves as the director of pulmonary hypertension at Orlando Health Children's Heart Institute. He cares for children with pulmonary hypertension which is a serious condition that affects the small vessels in the lungs. These children are at risk for developing an enlarged heart and heart failure. He is board certified in pediatric cardiology and general pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics Dr. Valencia earned his medical degree from the Universidad de El Salvador in San Salvador and then completed a residency in pediatrics at Texas A&M College of Medicine, Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi; a fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Children’s Hospital at Montefiore in Bronx, New York; and a fellowship in pulmonary hypertension at Columbia University, Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital in New York City. In addition to being a frequent volunteer with Heart Care International in El Salvador, Dr. Valencia is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Cardiology, and American Heart Association.
His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Giant Cell Myocarditis, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Transposition of the Great Arteries.
Dr. Villeda is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics - Cardiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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5151 Winter Garden Vineland Rd., Suite 212, Windermere, FL 34786
1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gerson A. Villeda
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Is Dr. Gerson A. Villeda a top-rated expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gerson A. Villeda is classified as an Experienced expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus, 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. Gerson A. Villeda specialize in?
While Dr. Gerson A. Villeda is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Giant Cell Myocarditis, and Ventricular Septal Defects. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Gerson A. Villeda participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gerson A. Villeda has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Patent Ductus Arteriosus. You can view a list of Dr. Gerson A. Villeda's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gerson A. Villeda accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerson A. Villeda accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 407-649-6907 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Villeda isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Villeda isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- FaintingDr. Villeda isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Villeda isExperienced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Giant Cell MyocarditisDr. Villeda isExperienced. Learn about Giant Cell Myocarditis.
- Heart MurmursDr. Villeda isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.