Rakesh K. Sharma
Expertise in
10
conditions
Expertise in
10
conditions
Cardiology - Countryside
1840 Mease Dr, Ste 200, 
Safety Harbor, FL 

Overview

Dr. Rakesh Sharma is board certified in cardiovascular medicine, interventional cardiology and cardiovascular computed tomography. His clinical interests include consultative cardiology, echocardiography, trans-esophageal echocardiography, diagnostic/interventional cardiology, peripheral angiography/interventions and pacemakers.', 'Dr. Sharma, an accomplished author, has contributed articles to numerous peer review publications. Dr Sharma is an affiliate professor of cardiology at University of South Florida and an adjunct clinical professor of internal medicine/cardiology at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).', 'Dr. Sharma is a member of the American Medical Association, the International Society for Cell Therapy and the International Society for Stem Cell Research. Additionally, Dr. Sharma is a Fellow in the American College of Cardiology (FACC), Fellow Society of Cardiac Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI) and Fellow Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (FSCCT).

Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Angina, Heart Attack, Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy.

Dr. Sharma is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology) and AB Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 369 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Interventional Cardiology
Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in FL

Board Certifications

AB Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
AB Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

Hospital Affiliations

Morton Plant North Bay Hospital
Adventhealth Sebring
Mease Countryside Hospital
Morton Plant Hospital
Mease Dunedin Hospital
Morton Plant Hospital
Mease Dunedin Hospital
Mease Countryside Hospital
Morton Plant North Bay
BayCare Physician Partners ACO
BayCare Physician Partners
BayCare Medical Group
BayCare Alliant Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Punjabi

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
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  • POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Humana
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  • PPO
Johns Hopkins Healthcare
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Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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Oscar
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Simply Healthcare
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Sunshine Health
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TeamCare
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Tufts
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
VibrantRx
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Locations

Cardiology - Countryside
1840 Mease Dr, Ste 200, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Other Locations
Cardiology - Dunedin
646 Virginia St, Ste 200, Dunedin, FL 34698

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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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rakesh K. Sharma 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. Rakesh K. Sharma specialize in?

While Dr. Rakesh K. Sharma is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Apoplexy, Angina, and Heart Attack. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.

Does Dr. Rakesh K. Sharma participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rakesh K. Sharma has published 369 articles and abstracts on conditions like Apoplexy. You can view a list of Dr. Rakesh K. Sharma's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rakesh K. Sharma accept my insurance?

Dr. Rakesh K. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 727-724-8611 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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