Ralph Matar
Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions

Overview

Dr. Matar is a dedicated cardiologist with a commitment to advancing patient care in cardiovascular medicine. After completing his internal medicine training at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Matar pursued a cardiovascular fellowship at Stroger Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, Illinois, where he sharpened his clinical skills and deepened his understanding of complex cardiovascular conditions. Furthering his expertise, Dr. Matar completed an advanced imaging fellowship at the University of Florida in Gainesville. His training equips him with a comprehensive skill set in structural imaging and advanced imaging modalities, including echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT, and cardiac MRI. Dr. Matar is passionate about treating patients with cardiovascular diseases, focusing on improving health outcomes through personalized care and innovative treatment approaches. He values the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, particularly in the realm of valvular heart disease, where his expertise in advanced imaging plays a crucial role in patient management.

Dr. Matar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Endocarditis, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Myocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Balamand - 2012|St. George Hospital University Medical Center - 2013|Stroger Hospital Of Cook County (IL) - 2019

Residency

Internal Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Foundation - 2016

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med
Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Cardiovascular Medicine, Stroger Hospital of Cook County (IL) - 2019
Cardiovascular Disease, Stroger Hospital of Cook County (IL) - 2019
Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging, University of Florida - 2020

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lake Pointe
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Denton
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Centennial
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Dallas

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
  • HMO
  • POS
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Buckeye Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
CareSource
  • HMO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
First Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • PPO
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Health Alliance
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Mutual
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Medicare
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Paramount
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Simply Healthcare
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Sunshine Health
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  • HMO
Superior Health Plan
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Advanced Cardiovascular and Imaging Consultants
4708 Alliance Blvd, Ste 450, Plano, TX 75093

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. Ralph Matar a top-rated expert for Endocarditis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ralph Matar is classified as an Advanced expert for Endocarditis, 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. Ralph Matar specialize in?

While Dr. Ralph Matar is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Endocarditis, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Ralph Matar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ralph Matar has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endocarditis. You can view a list of Dr. Ralph Matar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ralph Matar accept my insurance?

Dr. Ralph Matar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-5260 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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