Overview
Dr. Rajesh Ramineni earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College in India. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Fla., and a fellowship in general cardiology at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He underwent further advanced training in interventional cardiology and advanced heart failure/transplant cardiology at DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center in Houston. Dr. Ramineni, who has been in practice since 2003, is board certified in four areas: internal medicine, advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He is a fellow of the American College of Physicians, the American College of Surgeons and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. His primary clinical interest is in performing complex peripheral, coronary and carotid interventions. He specializes in radial access heart catheterization (operating through the arm vessel). He also performs structural interventions, loop recorder implantations, vein disease evaluation, stenting and ablations. Dr. Ramineni believes in a comprehensive, preventive, patient-centered approach for cardiovascular management. He spends considerable time with each patient to achieve this goal. Away from his practice, Dr. Ramineni enjoys traveling and hiking with members of his family, with whom he shares an interest in learning about and understanding new cultures. He also loves photography.
Dr. Ramineni is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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Dr. Biswajit Kar earned his medical degree from the University of Delhi in New Delhi, India. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he also finished a fellowship in cardiology and interventional cardiology. During his residency, he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. A professor of medicine in the Center for Advanced Cardiopulmonary Therapies and Transplantation at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), He Dr. Kar is chief of the medical division of the Center for Advanced Heart Failure at Larry D. Johnson Heart & Vascular Institute at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. Dr. Kar has practiced medicine in Houston since 1995 and is board certified in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He specializes in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, advanced heart failure and heart transplantation, and his clinical interests include advanced heart failure, cardiac transplantation, mechanical assist devices, high-risk coronary interventions, structural heart disease and cardiogenic shock. Patients value Dr. Kar’s exceptional listening skills and his ability to explain conditions and answer questions. They also say he doesn’t rush through appointments. Dr. Kar is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Society of Artificial Organs, American College of Physicians, Heart Failure Society of America and International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation. Dr. Kar is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Dr. Smalling is a native Texan who received a degree in Aerospace Engineering, master’s degree in Bio-Medical Engineering (ME Department), and Ph.D. from The University of Texas. He is an AOA graduate of The University of Texas Medical School at Houston and completed residency and cardiology fellowship at UCSD. Dr. Smalling is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine, and interventional cardiology and is past president of the American Heart Association, Texas Affiliate. He has been honored as a Distinguished Alumnus of UTHealth in Houston and the College of Engineering, University Texas at Austin. Named an America’s Top Doctor for the past fourteen years, Dr. Smalling has received a number of professional and service awards including the Distinguished Service Award from the AHA Texas Affiliate. He is on the editorial boards of Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions and The Journal of Interventional Cardiology. In addition, he holds several patents and has co-founded a company, Windmill Cardiovascular Systems, to produce a new implantable left ventricular assist device. Dr. Smalling specializes in the treatment of adult congenital heart disease, and valvular heart disease percutaneously as well as peripheral vascular disease interventions including carotid stenting and percutaneous endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm. Additionally, his team is experienced in utilizing left ventricular assist devices to support high risk coronary angioplasty and complicated valve treatment procedures. His research interests include advanced intravascular imaging procedures for coronary artery disease, mechanical and pharmacologic reduction of ischemic myocardial injury and developing advanced heart attack treatment systems. Dr. Smalling is the author of over 240 Scientific Papers, 145 abstracts, 25 book chapters, 2 books, and more than 15 web based CME articles. He and his wife Sharon have 3 children, Geoffrey, Elizabeth and Stephanie and 2 grandchildren. They enjoy cooking, cycling, skiing and traveling together. Board Certifications American Board of Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease American Board of Interventional Cardiology Areas of Interest: Interventions including LVAD supported PCI; Structural Heart Interventions including Percutaneous ASD and PFO Repair, Mitral Valvuloplasty, Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair, Aortic Valvuloplasty and Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement; Peripheral Vascular interventions including Limb Salvage Revascularization, Carotid Stenting and Percutaneous Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms. Dr. Smalling is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
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Mohammad Ansari is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tomball, Texas. Dr. Ansari is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Angioplasty, and Stent Placement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rajesh Ramineni
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rajesh Ramineni?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rajesh Ramineni by calling their office at 936-978-0466. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rajesh Ramineni a top-rated expert for Apoplexy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rajesh Ramineni is classified as an Distinguished expert for Apoplexy, 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. Rajesh Ramineni specialize in?
While Dr. Rajesh Ramineni is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Apoplexy, Heart Attack, and Angina. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.
Does Dr. Rajesh Ramineni participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rajesh Ramineni has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Apoplexy. You can view a list of Dr. Rajesh Ramineni's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rajesh Ramineni accept my insurance?
Dr. Rajesh Ramineni accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 936-978-0466 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- ApoplexyDr. Ramineni isDistinguished. Learn about Apoplexy.
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- AnginaDr. Ramineni isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Ramineni isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Ramineni isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Ramineni isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Ramineni isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Ramineni isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Ramineni isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Ramineni isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Ramineni isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Ramineni isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Ramineni isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.