Overview
Dr. Palak Shah is a board-certified cardiologist and heart failure/transplant specialist at Inova Health System. He is Director of the Inova Cardiovascular Genomics Center and serves as the Medical Director of Mechanical Circulatory Support for Inova Fairfax Medical Campus. Dr. Shah’s training encompassed multiple institutions in and outside the Washington, DC, area including Georgetown University, George Washington University and the University of Michigan. During his fellowship, he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society, a prestigious award given to individuals recognized for their high academic standing, leadership, professionalism, and firm sense of ethics, as well as commitment to service in the community. As Medical Director of the Inova Cardiovascular Genomics Center, Dr. Shah is working with a highly talented multidisciplinary team to bring cutting-edge genomics to the bedside of patients with cardiovascular disease. His interest in cardiovascular genomics developed while pursuing a master’s degree in clinical and translational research. Outside of work, Dr. Shah has a vibrant young family with three young kids and enjoys camping, snowboarding and tennis. Blog Posts Specialized care team for Cardiomyopathy improves outcomes (October 2025).
Dr. Shah is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.
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3300 Gallows Rd, IHVI Heart Failure/Transplant, Falls Church, VA 22042
400 Fannon St, 3rd Floor, Alexandria, VA 22301
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Palak Shah
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Palak Shah?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Palak Shah by calling their office at 703-776-7075. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Palak Shah a top-rated expert for Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Palak Shah is classified as an Distinguished expert for Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, 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. Palak Shah specialize in?
While Dr. Palak Shah is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Failure. 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. Palak Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Palak Shah accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-776-7075 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CardiomyopathyDr. Shah isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
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- Heart FailureDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.