Overview
Junichi Shimamura is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist practicing medicine in Valhalla, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years.
Dr. Shimamura is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Endocarditis, Heart Transplant, and Embolectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles.
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100 Woods Rd Fl 1, Valhalla, NY 10595
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. Junichi Shimamura
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Junichi Shimamura?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Junichi Shimamura by calling their office at 914-493-8793. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Junichi Shimamura a top-rated expert for Heart Transplant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Junichi Shimamura is classified as an Advanced 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. Junichi Shimamura specialize in?
While Dr. Junichi Shimamura is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Transplant, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Aortic Dissection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.
Does Dr. Junichi Shimamura participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Junichi Shimamura has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Junichi Shimamura's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Junichi Shimamura accept my insurance?
Dr. Junichi Shimamura accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 914-493-8793 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Shimamura isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Heart TransplantDr. Shimamura isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Shimamura isAdvanced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Experienced
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- EmbolectomyDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Embolectomy.
- EndocarditisDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Heart AttackDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart FailureDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- HypothermiaDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Hypothermia.
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- May Thurner SyndromeDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about May Thurner Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- StrokeDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)Dr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Tricuspid RegurgitationDr. Shimamura isExperienced. Learn about Tricuspid Regurgitation.

