Overview
Dr. Varsha Bandisode graduated from the University of Georgia undergraduate program in 1991 and completed her medical school training at Mercer University School of Medicine in 1995. She went on to complete her pediatric residency training at Jackson Memorial Hospital at the University of Miami in 1998. She completed her training in pediatric cardiology and further specialized training in pediatric interventional catheterization at the Medical University of South Carolina in 2002. She joined the faculty at MUSC as an assistant professor in pediatric cardiology and was promoted to associate professor in 2010. She became the director of the Pediatric Cardiac Catheterization Lab in 2005 and continues to advance the services of the catheterization lab in that role. Dr. Bandisode has advanced the care provided by MUSC's pediatric cardiac cath lab to include trans-catheter repair of ASDs, PDAs, and VSDs as well as other anomalies, trans-catheter enlargement of narrowed vessels including coarctation of the aorta, pulmonary artery stenosis, and narrowing of major veins, and trans-catheter replacement of pulmonary valves. Her interests lie in the care and treatment of all congenital heart disease in infants, children, and adults. She has special interests in diagnostic and interventional catheterization treatment of heart disease and other complex cardiac disease.
Dr. Bandisode is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Mitral Atresia, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Heart Transplant, and Angioplasty.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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John Costello is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Costello is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Truncus Arteriosus, Pulmonary Atresia, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Heart Transplant, and Gastrostomy.
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Jason Buckley is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Buckley is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Gastrostomy, and Heart Transplant.
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Dr. Shahryar Chowdhury completed undergraduate and medical school at the University of Florida. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at the University of South Carolina. His pediatric cardiology fellowship and advanced non-invasive imaging training were completed at the Medical University of South Carolina. He joined the staff at MUSC in 2014. Dr. Chowdhury has expertise in echocardiography and cardiac CT. In addition, he sees patients in our pediatric cardiology acute care unit in the Children's Hospital. Dr. Chowdhury currently serves as the associate director of the pediatric cardiology fellowship training program.Dr. Chowdhury's research interests include determining the accuracy of non-invasive measures of ventricular function, investigating the ability of these measures to predict outcomes in children with heart disease, determining the pathophysiologic mechanisms behind heart failure in patients with single ventricle physiology, and investigating the effects of childhood obesity on the heart. He has presented his work at regional, national, and international meetings; has published numerous articles; and has been the recipient of awards and grants to support his research. Dr. Chowdhury is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Truncus Arteriosus, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Barth Syndrome, Heart Transplant, and Gastrostomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode by calling their office at 843-792-1414. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode a top-rated expert for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode is classified as an Advanced expert for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), 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. Varsha M. Bandisode specialize in?
While Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Heart Transplant, and Mitral Atresia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). You can view a list of Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode accept my insurance?
Dr. Varsha M. Bandisode accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-1414 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)Dr. Bandisode isAdvanced. Learn about Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).
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- AngioplastyDr. Bandisode isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Bandisode isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Bandisode isExperienced. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- DextrocardiaDr. Bandisode isExperienced. Learn about Dextrocardia.
- Double DiscordiaDr. Bandisode isExperienced. Learn about Double Discordia.
- Heart TransplantDr. Bandisode isExperienced. Learn about Heart Transplant.