Overview
Tacy Downing, MD, is an interventional and adult congenital cardiologist who sees patients at the main campus in Washington, D.C. Dr. Downing received a medical degree and combined residency training in pediatrics and adult internal medicine at Duke University Hospital. She then completed a pediatric cardiology fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, with advanced training in interventional catheterization and adult congenital heart disease. Dr. Downing is board certified in pediatrics, internal medicine, pediatric cardiology and adult congenital heart disease. She specializes in diagnostic and interventional catheterization for congenital heart disease patients of all ages (infant through adult). She performs a wide range of procedures including device closure of atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, and patent ductus arteriosus, as well as transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement. Dr. Downing's clinical and research interests include long-term outcomes in adults with single ventricle heart disease, radiation reduction in the congenital catheterization laboratory, and team-based optimization of vascular access in infants with heart disease.
Dr. Downing is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Tetralogy of Fallot, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Heart Transplant, and Angioplasty.
Dr. Downing is board certified in Adult Congenital Heart Disease: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2017, Pediatric Cardiology: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2014, Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2012, and Internal Medicine: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2011. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles.
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111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, Washington, DC 20010
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20010
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tacy E. Downing
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tacy E. Downing?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tacy E. Downing by calling their office at 888-884-2327. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Tacy E. Downing a top-rated expert for Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tacy E. Downing is classified as an Advanced expert for Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, 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. Tacy E. Downing specialize in?
While Dr. Tacy E. Downing is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Tetralogy of Fallot, and Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Tacy E. Downing participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tacy E. Downing has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt. You can view a list of Dr. Tacy E. Downing's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Tacy E. Downing accept my insurance?
Dr. Tacy E. Downing accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-884-2327 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Downing isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- Tetralogy of FallotDr. Downing isAdvanced. Learn about Tetralogy of Fallot.
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- AngioplastyDr. Downing isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Downing isExperienced. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- Congenital Coronary Artery MalformationDr. Downing isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation.
- Coronary Artery FistulaDr. Downing isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Fistula.
- DextrocardiaDr. Downing isExperienced. Learn about Dextrocardia.
- Double Outlet Right VentricleDr. Downing isExperienced. Learn about Double Outlet Right Ventricle.