Overview
A graduate of Yale University, Dr. Siddarth Prakash earned an MD and a PhD in molecular and human genetics at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he also completed his residency and a fellowship in cardiovascular disease. Board certified in both cardiovascular disease and adult transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, Dr. Prakash’s clinical interests center on bicuspid aortic valve, thoracic aortic aneurysm, and adult congenital heart disease in patients 17 and older. His research concentrates on the genetic causes of bicuspid aortic valves and related congenital abnormalities involving the left ventricular outflow tract and aorta. Dr. Prakash is a Fellow of the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology. He serves as an assistant professor of medical genetics at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. Continuous assessment, participation in research, and guideline-based therapies are the main focuses of Dr. Prakash’s practice philosophy. With his emphasis on genetic counseling, screening and surveillance for patients and families with congenital heart disease, patients rely on him for long-term care and clear answers about their genetic conditions and prognoses. Dr. Prakash is a resident of the Medical Center area.
His clinical expertise encompasses Perrault Syndrome, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Fainting.
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Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Prakash has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Baylor Medicine Atherosclerosis
Christie Ballantyne is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Ballantyne is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, High Cholesterol, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Houston Methodist Hospital
Salim Virani is a primary care provider, practicing in Cardiologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Virani is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).
Houston Methodist Debakey Cardiology Associates
Khurram Nasir is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Nasir is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Siddharth Prakash
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Siddharth Prakash?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Siddharth Prakash by calling their office at 832-325-7100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Siddharth Prakash a top-rated expert for Perrault Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Siddharth Prakash is classified as an Experienced expert for Perrault Syndrome, 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. Siddharth Prakash specialize in?
While Dr. Siddharth Prakash is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Perrault Syndrome, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Familial Ventricular Tachycardia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Siddharth Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Siddharth Prakash accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-325-7100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Aortic DissectionDr. Prakash isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- ApoplexyDr. Prakash isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArachnodactylyDr. Prakash isExperienced. Learn about Arachnodactyly.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Prakash isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Prakash isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Brugada SyndromeDr. Prakash isExperienced. Learn about Brugada Syndrome.