
Overview
Sam A. Buffer, Jr., MD, is a cardiologist and is certified in cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is vice-chairman of the Cardiovascular Department at UPMC Passavant and is an assistant professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed fellowships in cardiovascular disease at the University of Pennsylvania Johns Hopkins University.Dr. Buffer joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 1995. His clinical interests include clinical cardiology and cardiac imaging. Dr. Buffer has published research about cardiac imaging and clinical cardiology and is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology. He is board certified in cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. He is a past recipient of the Excellence in Patient Experience Award. He is dedicated to providing quality cardiovascular care to his patients and educating medical students and training physicians.
Dr. Buffer is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Atrial Fibrillation.
Dr. Buffer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Buffer is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3 Saint Francis Way, Suite 202, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066
9100 Babcock Boulevard, Suite 1135, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
111 Hazel Lane, Suite 200, Sewickley, PA 15143
Clinical Research
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UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Hypertrophy Cardiomyopathy Clinic)
Timothy C. Wong, MD, is a cardiologist and is certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is director of the UPMC Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center (HCM Center), associate director of the UPMC Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Center, and an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his cardiovascular disease fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Wong is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute
Dr. Prem Soman, MD, PhD, is a cardiologist certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is an associate professor of medicine (cardiology) and clinical and translational science at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is director of the Cardiac Amyloidosis Center and nuclear cardiology at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. Dr. Soman had his initial medical training in India, followed by a Ph.D. from the UK, residency at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, Pa., and fellowships in cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging at the Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Mass.Dr. Soman sees patients with a variety of cardiac conditions including coronary disease, hypertension, arrhythmias, heart failure, and pericardial disease. He is a specialist in cardiac amyloidosis and nuclear cardiology, fields in which he is well-known for his research and numerous peer-reviewed publications. He has held many leadership positions in national societies including the American College of Cardiology and was President of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology in 2018.View Dr. Soman's full list of publications from PubMed.LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling. Dr. Soman is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, and Primary Amyloidosis. Dr. Soman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Soman is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Congestive Heart Failure Clinic)
Dennis M. McNamara, MD, MS, is a cardiologist and is certified in both cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is the director of the Center for Heart Failure Research at UPMC and is a professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency and cardiology fellowship at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.Dr. McNamara joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 1994. His clinical interests include the management of myocarditis and other forms of cardiomyopathy, and he is known nationally and internationally for his expertise in the management of peripartum cardiomyopathy. Dr. McNamara has published more than 150 manuscripts and book chapters and is a member of the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Society of America.View Dr. McNamara's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Mcnamara is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Mcnamara is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcnamara is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sam A. Buffer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sam A. Buffer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sam A. Buffer by calling their office at 412-981-5815. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sam A. Buffer a top-rated expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sam A. Buffer is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), 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. Sam A. Buffer specialize in?
While Dr. Sam A. Buffer is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Sam A. Buffer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sam A. Buffer has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). You can view a list of Dr. Sam A. Buffer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sam A. Buffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Sam A. Buffer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-981-5815 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- AnginaDr. Buffer isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- AtherosclerosisDr. Buffer isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Buffer isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Buffer isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- High CholesterolDr. Buffer isAdvanced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Buffer isAdvanced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- Brugada SyndromeDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Brugada Syndrome.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Congenital Anti-Plasmin DeficiencyDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Anti-Plasmin Deficiency.
- Disseminated Intravascular CoagulationDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation.
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- FaintingDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Hypertrophic CardiomyopathyDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- Heart AttackDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart FailureDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart TumorDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- HypertensionDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)Dr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).
- Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS)Dr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS).
- Long QT SyndromeDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome.
- Long QT Syndrome 1Dr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 1.
- Long QT Syndrome 2Dr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 2.
- Long QT Syndrome 3Dr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 3.
- Long QT Syndrome 5Dr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 5.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- NecrosisDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
- Prekallikrein DeficiencyDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Prekallikrein Deficiency.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Short QT SyndromeDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Short QT Syndrome.
- Sick Sinus SyndromeDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Sick Sinus Syndrome.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Timothy SyndromeDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Timothy Syndrome.
- VasculitisDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Buffer isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.


