Overview
Scott Pletzer, MD, specializes in Pediatric Cardiology and is located in North Charleston, SC.
Dr. Pletzer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Coarctation of the Aorta.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2250 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
2250 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
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.
MUSC Health Partners
Jason Buckley is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Buckley is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Gastrostomy, and Heart Transplant.
MUSC Health Partners
Dr. Shahryar Chowdhury completed undergraduate and medical school at the University of Florida. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at the University of South Carolina. His pediatric cardiology fellowship and advanced non-invasive imaging training were completed at the Medical University of South Carolina. He joined the staff at MUSC in 2014. Dr. Chowdhury has expertise in echocardiography and cardiac CT. In addition, he sees patients in our pediatric cardiology acute care unit in the Children's Hospital. Dr. Chowdhury currently serves as the associate director of the pediatric cardiology fellowship training program.Dr. Chowdhury's research interests include determining the accuracy of non-invasive measures of ventricular function, investigating the ability of these measures to predict outcomes in children with heart disease, determining the pathophysiologic mechanisms behind heart failure in patients with single ventricle physiology, and investigating the effects of childhood obesity on the heart. He has presented his work at regional, national, and international meetings; has published numerous articles; and has been the recipient of awards and grants to support his research. Dr. Chowdhury is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Truncus Arteriosus, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Barth Syndrome, Heart Transplant, and Gastrostomy.
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John Costello is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Costello is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Truncus Arteriosus, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Aortopulmonary Window, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Scott A. Pletzer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Scott A. Pletzer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Scott A. Pletzer by calling their office at 843-792-2300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Scott A. Pletzer a top-rated expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Scott A. Pletzer is classified as an Advanced expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus, 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. Scott A. Pletzer specialize in?
While Dr. Scott A. Pletzer is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Transposition of the Great Arteries, and Ventricular Septal Defects. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Scott A. Pletzer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Scott A. Pletzer has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Patent Ductus Arteriosus. You can view a list of Dr. Scott A. Pletzer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Scott A. Pletzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scott A. Pletzer accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-2300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Patent Ductus ArteriosusDr. Pletzer isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
- Experienced
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Pletzer isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Pletzer isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Cardiomyopathy Hypogonadism Metabolic Anomalies
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Pletzer isExperienced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.