Rick B. Gaines
3075 Hamilton Mason Road, 
Fairfield Township, OH 

Overview

As a cardiologist, Dr. Rick Gaines enjoys being able to treat his patients at every level, from the prevention of illness to stopping disease progression to managing the symptoms. He is particularly interested in using noninvasive testing and advanced imaging to determine customized treatments for each patient. He works with the TriHealth cardiac CT program, which uses CT imaging to rapidly obtain 3-D images of the heart. This cutting-edge technology can be used to detect and assess a number of heart conditions, as well as plan and evaluate treatment options.Dr. Gaines treats adults with diseases of the cardiovascular system, including coronary and valvular heart disease, congestive heart failure and cardiomyopathies. He is specially trained in the interpretation of heart imaging and personally reviews the results with his patients. With a patient-centric approach, Dr. Gaines works with his patients and their families so they can fully understand their conditions and treatment plans. He encourages everyone to be engaged in their health care and make every day a healthy day.Married to a native Cincinnatian, Dr. Gaines enjoys spending time with his family. He also leads an active lifestyle with gardening, skiing and rock climbing.

His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine, Doctor Of Medicine (MD), 2015

Residency

Foster G. McGaw Hospital Loyola University of Chicago

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - 2018
American Board Of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease - 2021

Fellowships

Beaumont Hospital - 2021

Hospital Affiliations

Bethesda Hospital
McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital
Good Samaritan Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Blue Shield of California
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Buckeye Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Capital Blue Cross
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CareSource
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Cigna
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Devoted Health
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Essence Healthcare
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Locations

TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - Bethesda Butler Hospital
3075 Hamilton Mason Road, Fairfield Township, OH 45011
Other Locations
TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital
110 North Poplar Street, Oxford, OH 45056
TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - Thomas Comprehensive Care Center
10506A Montgomery Road, Suite 301, Montgomery, OH 45242

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rick B. Gaines

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Rick B. Gaines by calling their office at 513-246-2400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rick B. Gaines a top-rated expert for Ventricular Fibrillation?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rick B. Gaines is classified as an Experienced expert for Ventricular Fibrillation, 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. Rick B. Gaines specialize in?

While Dr. Rick B. Gaines is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Ventricular Fibrillation, Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Rick B. Gaines participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rick B. Gaines has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ventricular Fibrillation. You can view a list of Dr. Rick B. Gaines's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rick B. Gaines accept my insurance?

Dr. Rick B. Gaines accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 513-246-2400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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