The 20 Best Heart Transplant Doctors near silver spring, MD

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Heart Transplant near silver spring, MD. Of these, 47 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    110 Irving St., Nw 1st Floor-North Addition

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keki Balsara is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Balsara is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Necrosis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular Surgery And Vascular Lab

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 800, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Tang is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Tang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Tang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Internal Medicine

    110 Irving Street NW, 1ST Floor

    110 Irving St NW # 1, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Rodrigo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Rodrigo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Ventricular Tachycardia, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Rodrigo is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    110 Irving St., Nw 1st Floor-North Addition

    110 Irving St NW # 1, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Macgillivray is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Macgillivray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Tumor, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    110 Irving Street NW, 1ST Floor

    110 Irving St NW # 1, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richa Gupta is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Lissencephaly 1, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Children's National Hospital Cardiology Clinic

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yue-hin Loke is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Loke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Subpulmonary Stenosis, Pulmonary Atresia, Tricuspid Atresia, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Loke is board certified in (Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology), Pediatric Cardiology: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2018, (Pediatrics), Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2014, and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Loke is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Telehealth Video Visit

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tacy Downing is a Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Downing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Coronary Artery Fistula, Tetralogy of Fallot, Heart Transplant, and Stent Placement. Dr. Downing is board certified in Internal Medicine: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2011, Adult Congenital Heart Disease: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2017, Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2012, and Pediatric Cardiology: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2014. Dr. Downing is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Manan Desai is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Truncus Arteriosus, Tricuspid Atresia, Aortopulmonary Window, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Alaa Aljiffry is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Aljiffry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Pulmonary Atresia, Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, Mitral Atresia, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Aljiffry is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, 2022 and American Board Of Pediatrics, 2014. Dr. Aljiffry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Pascal Amedro is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Amedro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Eisenmenger Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    110 Irving St., Nw 1st Floor-North Addition

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Farooq Sheikh is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sheikh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Sheikh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Medstar Heart And Vascular Institute

    110 Irving St Nw, A132, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Hofmeyer, MD, is Program Director of the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship Program at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Medical Director of the Advanced Heart Failure IMC, and Associate Professor of Medicine at the Georgetown University School of Medicine. He is board certified in cardiovascular disease, advanced heart failure, and transplant cardiology. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, the International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation, the Heart Failure Society of America.As an advanced heart failure cardiologist, Dr. Hofmeyer has developed a specialized and unique skill set in the care he provides for patients with advanced heart failure - the final, common pathway of all heart disease. Dr. Hofmeyer started his career in clinical research at the University of Michigan. After completing a master's degree, he completed his medical degree at the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. Dr. Hofmeyer went on to Miami to complete his internship and residency training in internal medicine at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. He continued on at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital to complete fellowships in cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology.Dr. Hofmeyer has strong clinical and research interests in the genetics of dilated cardiomyopathy. He is a senior member of the DCM Consortium, a multisite investigator group which conducts. Dr. Hofmeyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hofmeyer is board certified in ABIM - Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology. Dr. Hofmeyer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring,, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Kaltman is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring,, Maryland. Dr. Kaltman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Long QT Syndrome, Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Endocardial Cushion Defect, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Kaltman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente - Thoracic Surgery

    1400 Forest Glen Road, Suite 330, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Corcoran is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Corcoran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Corcoran is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Molecular Medicine And Neuroscience

    10 Center Dr Bldg 10, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Solomon is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Solomon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Hypertension, Pulmonary Hypertension, Thrombectomy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Solomon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Internal Medicine

    110 Irving Street NW, 1ST Floor

    110 Irving St NW # 1, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phillip Lam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiogenic Shock, Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Office

    110 Irving St NW Ste 6D15E, 
    Washington,, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Abhishek Chaturvedi is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Washington,, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Chaturvedi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty. Dr. Chaturvedi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    110 Irving St., Nw 1st Floor-North Addition

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Cohen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 200, Suite 200, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Hsu is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Gw Cardiology-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 3, 
    Washington,, DC 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gurusher Panjrath is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Washington,, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Panjrath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Panjrath is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Transplant?

    A heart transplant is surgery to remove a damaged or diseased heart and replace it with a healthy donor heart.

    When should I see a Heart Transplant doctor near silver spring, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Heart Transplant doctor near silver spring, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Heart Transplant doctors near silver spring, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Heart Transplant doctors near silver spring, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Heart Transplant doctor near silver spring, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Transplant doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Heart Transplant doctor near silver spring, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Heart Transplant doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Heart Transplant doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Heart Transplant doctors near silver spring, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Heart Transplant doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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