Overview
Dr. Laks is a pediatric cardiologist who specializes in heart failure and transplantation. She sees patients as part of the Heart Transplant Program at the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Heart Institute. She joined the hospital staff in 2021. She was previously a pediatric cardiologist at Credit Valley Hospital in Mississauga, Ontario. Dr. Laks earned her medical degree from the University of Ottawa in Ottawa, Ontario. She completed a residency in pediatrics at University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where she also served as pediatric co-chief resident. She completed a pediatric cardiology fellowship, where she served as chief pediatric cardiology fellow, followed by additional training in a pediatric heart function and transplant fellowship both at the University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. She earned her Master of Science in Community Health with a specialization in Health Practitioner Teacher Education from the University of Toronto. She has a special interest in medical education.
Her top areas of expertise are Marfan Syndrome, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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601 5th Street South, Suite 260, Suite 260, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
5881 Rand Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34238
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jessica A. Laks
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jessica A. Laks?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jessica A. Laks by calling their office at 727-767-3333. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jessica A. Laks a top-rated expert for Heart Transplant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jessica A. Laks is classified as an Experienced expert for Heart Transplant, 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. Jessica A. Laks specialize in?
While Dr. Jessica A. Laks is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Transplant, Marfan Syndrome, and Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Jessica A. Laks participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jessica A. Laks has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Jessica A. Laks's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jessica A. Laks accept my insurance?
Dr. Jessica A. Laks accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 727-767-3333 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CardiomyopathyDr. Laks isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation
- Heart TransplantDr. Laks isExperienced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Marfan SyndromeDr. Laks isExperienced. Learn about Marfan Syndrome.