Overview
Dr. Scott W. Ard received his medical degree at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He completed his internship and residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Ard earned his fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at the Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana where he also served as chief fellow. He is board-certified in cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Ard has twelve years of experience in invasive cardiology, performing diagnostic left and right heart catheterization, permanent pacemaker implantations, transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, and nuclear cardiovascular studies. He was also an Associate Professor of Medicine at Campbell University School of Medicine. Dr. Ard spent time as a Battalion Surgeon under the US Army Special Forces command, serving both at home and overseas.
Dr. Ard completed extensive research on the CLOSURE 1 Trial: “a prospective, multicenter, randomized, controlled trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the STARFlex septal closure system” and The PROTECT AF (Watchman Left Atrial Appendage System for Embolic Protection in patients with Atrial Fibrillation) trial, among others.
Dr. Ard is well-respected by his peers and patients alike, he demonstrates an unwavering commitment to the advancement of better healthcare outcomes in the field of invasive and interventional cardiology.
Dr. Ard is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.
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Locations
24022 Calle De La Plata Ste 500, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
3080 Bristol St., Suite 600, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Scott W. Ard
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Scott W. Ard?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Scott W. Ard by calling their office at 877-430-7337. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Scott W. Ard a top-rated expert for Heart Murmurs?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Scott W. Ard is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Murmurs, 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 W. Ard specialize in?
While Dr. Scott W. Ard is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Murmurs, Atrial Fibrillation, and Hypertensive Heart Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Scott W. Ard accept my insurance?
Dr. Scott W. Ard accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 877-430-7337 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AnginaDr. Ard isDistinguished. Learn about Angina.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Ard isDistinguished. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Ard isDistinguished. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Ard isDistinguished. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Ard isDistinguished. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Heart MurmursDr. Ard isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
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- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Ard isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Ard isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Ard isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Ard isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Ard isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Experienced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Ard isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Ard isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Ard isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Ard isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.