
Overview
John R. Ward, DO, is a cardiologist and is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Osteopathic Medicine and in Cardiovascular Diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is Vice Chair of Internal Medicine at UPMC Mercy and is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Ward received his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at Allegheny General Hospital followed by his cardiology fellowship at UPMC Shadyside.
Dr. Ward is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Endocarditis, Atrial Fibrillation, and Ectopic Heartbeat.
Dr. Ward is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1100, Bethel Park, PA 15102
1350 Locust Street, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute
Dr. Prem Soman, MD, PhD, is a cardiologist certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is an associate professor of medicine (cardiology) and clinical and translational science at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is director of the Cardiac Amyloidosis Center and nuclear cardiology at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. Dr. Soman had his initial medical training in India, followed by a Ph.D. from the UK, residency at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, Pa., and fellowships in cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging at the Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Mass.Dr. Soman sees patients with a variety of cardiac conditions including coronary disease, hypertension, arrhythmias, heart failure, and pericardial disease. He is a specialist in cardiac amyloidosis and nuclear cardiology, fields in which he is well-known for his research and numerous peer-reviewed publications. He has held many leadership positions in national societies including the American College of Cardiology and was President of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology in 2018.View Dr. Soman's full list of publications from PubMed.LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling. Dr. Soman is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, and Primary Amyloidosis. Dr. Soman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Soman is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Hypertrophy Cardiomyopathy Clinic)
Timothy C. Wong, MD, is a cardiologist and is certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is director of the UPMC Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center (HCM Center), associate director of the UPMC Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Center, and an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his cardiovascular disease fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Wong is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Congestive Heart Failure Clinic)
Dennis M. McNamara, MD, MS, is a cardiologist and is certified in both cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is the director of the Center for Heart Failure Research at UPMC and is a professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency and cardiology fellowship at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.Dr. McNamara joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 1994. His clinical interests include the management of myocarditis and other forms of cardiomyopathy, and he is known nationally and internationally for his expertise in the management of peripartum cardiomyopathy. Dr. McNamara has published more than 150 manuscripts and book chapters and is a member of the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Society of America.View Dr. McNamara's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Mcnamara is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Mcnamara is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcnamara is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John R. Ward
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John R. Ward?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John R. Ward by calling their office at 412-274-8207. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John R. Ward a top-rated expert for Infective Endocarditis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John R. Ward is classified as an Advanced expert for Infective Endocarditis, 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. John R. Ward specialize in?
While Dr. John R. Ward is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Infective Endocarditis, Endocarditis, and Atrial Fibrillation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. John R. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. John R. Ward accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-274-8207 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Infective EndocarditisDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
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- AnginaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- EndocarditisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- FaintingDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Heart AttackDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart BlockDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Heart Block.
- Heart FailureDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart TumorDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
- Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS)
- Long QT SyndromeDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome.
- Long QT Syndrome 1Dr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 1.
- Long QT Syndrome 2Dr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 2.
- Long QT Syndrome 3Dr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 3.
- Long QT Syndrome 5Dr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 5.
- NecrosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Timothy SyndromeDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Timothy Syndrome.
- VasculitisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.


