Overview
Stephen M. Spindel, MD, is an attending surgeon at Montefiore Einstein. Dr. Spindel’s primary clinical focus is on the treatment of aortic valve pathology and diseases of the aorta, especially in patients 60 and under, where he performs the Ross procedure or valve-sparing aortic root operations. He also has an interest in mitral valve repair, mainly through a small three-inch incision. He remains an active heart and lung transplantation doctor and performs coronary artery bypass surgery.
Dr. Spindel is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiac Diverticulum, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Dr. Spindel is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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1575 Blondell Avenue, Suite 125, Bronx, NY 10461
1250 Waters Place- Tower II, 7th Floor, Bronx, NY 10461
3400 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
122 Maple Avenue, 7th Floor, White Plains, NY 10601
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.
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Dr. Hiroo Takayama is Vice Chair of Cardiac, Vascular, and Thoracic Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He has more than 20 years of experience in treating patients with heart and vascular problems. As the co-Director of the Aortic Center at NYP/Columbia, Dr. Takayama has contributed to the care of over 4,000 patients by performing a variety of aortic and cardiac surgical procedures, approximately 300-350 operations every year.Dr. Takayama is internationally recognized for his work on complex aortic surgery (minimally invasive aortic surgery, valve-sparing aortic root replacement, aortic valve repair, aortic arch and thoracoabdominal aneurysm repair), hybrid aortic surgery (thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair), myectomy for obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and heart failure surgery.He is a leader in outcome research in aortic diseases and heart failure. He has published more than 300-350 manuscripts in prestigious, peer-reviewed journals and has authored numerous book chapters about heart disease.Dr. Takayama attended University of Tokyo for Medical School, did his internship at University of Tokyo, general surgery residency in University of Washington Medical Center, and cardio-thoracic surgery fellowship in New-York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Takayama is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Takayama is board certified in Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, and Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Takayama is currently accepting new patients.
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Leonard Girardi is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Girardi is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Heart Tumor, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen M. Spindel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen M. Spindel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen M. Spindel by calling their office at 718-405-8375. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen M. Spindel a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen M. Spindel is classified as an Advanced expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis, 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. Stephen M. Spindel specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen M. Spindel is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Bypass Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Stephen M. Spindel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen M. Spindel has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Stephen M. Spindel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen M. Spindel accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen M. Spindel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-405-8375 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Spindel isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Spindel isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
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- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Spindel isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Spindel isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Spindel isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Spindel isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Spindel isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- EndocarditisDr. Spindel isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.