Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Robert Bourge

Cardiology
University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC
2000 6th Ave S, 
Birmingham,, AL 
Expertise in
3
conditions
University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC
2000 6th Ave S, 
Birmingham,, AL 

Overview

Robert Bourge is a Cardiologist in Birmingham,, Alabama. Dr. Bourge is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Hypertension, Pulmonary Hypertension, Stent Placement, and Heart Transplant.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 45 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in AL

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Alabama Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

University of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC
2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham,, AL 35233
Other Locations
Office
1900 University Blvd, Birmingham,, AL 35233

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.

4 Clinical Trials

An Open-label, Clinical Study to Evaluate the Safety and Tolerability of Treprostinil Inhalation Powder (TreT) in Subjects With Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Currently Using Tyvaso
An Open-label, Clinical Study to Evaluate the Safety and Tolerability of Treprostinil Inhalation Powder (TreT) in Subjects With Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Currently Using Tyvaso
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 01, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Treprostinil Inhalation Powder
Study Phase: Phase 1
A Phase 3, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blind, Adaptive Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Inhaled Treprostinil in Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension Due to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (PH-COPD)
A Phase 3, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blind, Adaptive Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Inhaled Treprostinil in Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension Due to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (PH-COPD)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: November 24, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Inhaled treprostinil solution
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Inhaled Treprostinil in Subjects With Pulmonary Hypertension Due to Parenchymal Lung Disease
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Inhaled Treprostinil in Subjects With Pulmonary Hypertension Due to Parenchymal Lung Disease
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 27, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
A Multicenter, Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Phase 3 Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of Oral BPS-314d-MR added-on to Treprostinil, Inhaled (Tyvaso®) in Subjects With Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
A Multicenter, Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Phase 3 Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of Oral BPS-314d-MR added-on to Treprostinil, Inhaled (Tyvaso®) in Subjects With Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 03, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
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45 Total Publications

Sustained Reduction in Pulmonary Artery Pressures and Hospitalizations During 2 Years of Ambulatory Monitoring.
Sustained Reduction in Pulmonary Artery Pressures and Hospitalizations During 2 Years of Ambulatory Monitoring.
Journal: Journal of cardiac failure
Published: May 12, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert Bourge

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Bourge?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Bourge by calling their office at 205-801-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Robert Bourge a top-rated expert for Heart Failure?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Bourge is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Failure, 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. Robert Bourge specialize in?

While Dr. Robert Bourge is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure, Hypertension, and Pulmonary Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Robert Bourge participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Robert Bourge has published 45 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Robert Bourge's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Robert Bourge accept my insurance?

Dr. Robert Bourge accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-801-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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