Dr. Michael Brook
Overview
Dr. Michael Brook is a pediatric cardiologist whose focus is echocardiography (using ultrasound to examine the heart). He is particularly interested in transesophageal and contrast echocardiography, and in using echocardiography to assess the function of the heart's ventricles (the lower chambers). He also is interested in digital echocardiography and in computer applications of cardiology. He serves as director of UCSF's pediatric echocardiography laboratory. Brook earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He completed a general pediatrics residency at Children's Wisconsin hospital and a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric cardiology at UCSF. He joined the UCSF faculty in 1992.
His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Septal Defects, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Truncus Arteriosus, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
Dr. Brook is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Brook is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1855 Fourth St., Second Floor, Room A-2432, San Francisco, CA 94158
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. Michael Brook
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Brook?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Brook by calling their office at 800-793-3887. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Brook a top-rated expert for Ventricular Septal Defects?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Brook is classified as an Experienced expert for Ventricular Septal Defects, 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. Michael Brook specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Brook is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Ventricular Septal Defects, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Truncus Arteriosus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Michael Brook participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Brook has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ventricular Septal Defects. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Brook's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Brook accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Brook accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-793-3887 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Atrioventricular Septal DefectDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Atrioventricular Septal Defect.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Congenital Mitral StenosisDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Mitral Stenosis.
- DiGeorge SyndromeDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about DiGeorge Syndrome.