Pascal C. Amedro
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
Washington, DC 

Overview

Pascal Amedro, MD, PhD, is the inaugural Dunn Family Endowed Professor of Cardiac Research at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., and professor of Pediatrics at the George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. He is a pediatric and congenital cardiologist at Children’s National and remains affiliated with the University of Bordeaux in France as professor of Pediatrics, where he continues to contribute to international collaborative research programs. Dr. Amedro is an internationally recognized expert in pediatric cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) and exercise physiology in children with chronic diseases. His research has contributed to the development and validation of pediatric normative values and Z-score–based interpretation frameworks, improving the precision and clinical applicability of functional assessment in growing children and adolescents. He leads international clinical research initiatives aimed at advancing prevention, rehabilitation and quality of life in children, adolescents and young adults living with chronic diseases. Dr. Amedro coordinates QUALIREHAB, an innovative hybrid (center- and home-based) cardiac rehabilitation and preventive cardiology program. QUALIREHAB addresses physical deconditioning across pediatric chronic conditions, including congenital heart disease, pulmonary disease, chronic kidney disease and childhood cancer survivorship. Previously, he served as division head of Pediatrics at Montpellier University Hospital in France, where he established and directed pediatric clinical and research infrastructures and led numerous multicenter studies supported by national and European funding agencies. Serving on international scientific boards and advisory committees, Dr. Amedro is committed to advancing collaborative research and implementing innovative, patient-centered healthcare solutions worldwide.

Dr. Amedro is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Eisenmenger Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Heart Transplant.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 126 peer reviewed articles and participating in 11 clinical trials.

Specialties

Pediatric Cardiology

Licenses

Pediatric Cardiology in DC

Languages Spoken

English
French

Gender

Male

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Locations

Main Hospital
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20010

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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Is Dr. Pascal C. Amedro a top-rated expert for Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pascal C. Amedro is classified as an Distinguished expert for Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), 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. Pascal C. Amedro specialize in?

While Dr. Pascal C. Amedro is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Eisenmenger Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.

Does Dr. Pascal C. Amedro participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Pascal C. Amedro has published 126 articles and abstracts on conditions like Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). You can view a list of Dr. Pascal C. Amedro's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Pascal C. Amedro accept my insurance?

Dr. Pascal C. Amedro accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-884-2327 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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