Overview
Dr. Selby Oberton is a Cardiologist and Assistant Professor of Medicine-Cardiology at Baylor College of Medicine; and Medical Director of the Living Donor Program at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center.Dr. Oberton’s professional and clinical interests include advanced heart failure (systolic and diastolic), heart transplant, mechanical circulatory support devices (lvads), cardiomyopathies coronary artery disease and heart attack, general cardiology, heart valve diseases, cardiogenic shock, hypertension, cardiac clearance for pre-operative evaluations, and high cholesterol.Dr. Oberton received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branchat Galveston. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. He also held Fellowships in Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure and Heart Transplant at the University of New Mexico-Albuquerque and the University of Utah-Salt Lake City, respectively.Dr. Oberton holds certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Advanced Heart Failure and Heart Transplant from the American Board of Internal Medicine.He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation, and Heart Failure Society of America.
Dr. Oberton is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pulmonary Edema.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Oberton is currently accepting new patients.
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6620 Main St, Ste 1325, Houston, TX 77030
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Selby B. Oberton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Selby B. Oberton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Selby B. Oberton by calling their office at 832-355-2225. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Selby B. Oberton a top-rated expert for Hypertensive Heart Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Selby B. Oberton is classified as an Advanced expert for Hypertensive Heart Disease, 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. Selby B. Oberton specialize in?
While Dr. Selby B. Oberton is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypertensive Heart Disease, Heart Failure, and Pediatric Myocarditis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Selby B. Oberton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Selby B. Oberton has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertensive Heart Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Selby B. Oberton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Selby B. Oberton accept my insurance?
Dr. Selby B. Oberton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-355-2225 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Heart FailureDr. Oberton isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Oberton isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Oberton isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Oberton isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
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- AnginaDr. Oberton isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- AtherosclerosisDr. Oberton isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Oberton isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Oberton isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Oberton isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.