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), Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Truncus Arteriosus.
Dr. Brook is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 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 M. Brook
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael M. Brook?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael M. 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 M. 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 M. 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 M. Brook specialize in?
While Dr. Michael M. Brook is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Ventricular Septal Defects, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Patent Ductus Arteriosus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Michael M. Brook participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael M. Brook has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ventricular Septal Defects. You can view a list of Dr. Michael M. 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 M. Brook accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael M. 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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- Experienced
- Aortopulmonary WindowDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Aortopulmonary Window.
- 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.
- Double Aortic ArchDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Double Aortic Arch.
- Double Outlet Right VentricleDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Double Outlet Right Ventricle.
- Endocardial Cushion DefectDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Endocardial Cushion Defect.
- Familial Dilated CardiomyopathyDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
- Heart MurmursDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)
- Isthmian CoarctationDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Isthmian Coarctation.
- Kawasaki DiseaseDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Kawasaki Disease.
- Mitral AtresiaDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Atresia.
- Partial Atrioventricular CanalDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Partial Atrioventricular Canal.
- Patent Ductus ArteriosusDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
- Pulmonary AtresiaDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Atresia.
- Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum
- Pulmonary Supravalvular StenosisDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis.
- Pulmonary Valve StenosisDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Valve Stenosis.
- Pulmonary Valves AgenesisDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Valves Agenesis.
- Tetralogy of FallotDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Tetralogy of Fallot.
- Tricuspid AtresiaDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Tricuspid Atresia.
- Truncus ArteriosusDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Truncus Arteriosus.
- Vascular RingDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Vascular Ring.
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Brook isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.