25 of the Best Cardiologists Near Me in pacoima, CA

Looking for the best heart doctor or heart specialist near pacoima, CA? Find a top cardiologist near you in pacoima, CA who is an expert in your specific cardiovascular condition. A cardiologist is a doctor who treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

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MediFind found 448 specialists near pacoima, CA

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    Olive View-UCLA Medical Center

    14445 Olive View Dr, 
    Sylmar,, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sheba Meymandi is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Sylmar,, California. Dr. Meymandi is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chagas Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Heart Failure. Dr. Meymandi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    45
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    Expertise in
    45
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    Referral may be required

    Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group

    14901 Rinaldi St, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kenneth Tam is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Tam is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Tam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tam is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    41
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    Expertise in
    41
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    Referral may be required

    Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group

    14901 Rinaldi St, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahe Garabedian is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Garabedian is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Atrial Fibrillation, and Hypertension. Dr. Garabedian is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garabedian is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    34
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Expertise in
    34
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group

    14901 Rinaldi St, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayanta Das is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Das is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Fainting, and Angioplasty. Dr. Das is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology), Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Das is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    33
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    Expertise in
    33
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    Saman Fakheri, MD

    17075 Devonshire St, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Saman Fakheri is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Northridge, California. Dr. Fakheri is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Arterial Embolism, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation. Dr. Fakheri is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fakheri is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    21
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    Expertise in
    21
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    The Heart Medical Group

    14124 Foothill Blvd, 
    Sylmar, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Hakimi is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Sylmar, California. Dr. Hakimi is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Angina, Hypertension, Angioplasty, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Hakimi is board certified in American Board Internal Medicine. Dr. Hakimi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
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    Expertise in
    18
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    Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group

    14901 Rinaldi St, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shervin Sadrpour is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Sadrpour is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Sadrpour is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sadrpour is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    39
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    Expertise in
    39
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    Office

    100 Medical Plz E Ste 630, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregg Fonarow is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Fonarow is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Atrial Fibrillation, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Thrombectomy. Dr. Fonarow is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    38
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Expertise in
    38
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
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    Sam J. Kalioundji, MD Private Practice

    18406 Roscoe Blvd, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sam Kalioundji (pronounced Kal-yoon-gee) was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. He graduated in 2001 from the University of California, Los Angeles with a Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience. He then attended Medical School / Fifth Pathway at New York Medical College / Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara. While in medical school, Dr. Kalioundji excelled in his medical coursework and diligently served the indigent with compassion. He graduated in 2007 as a Physician/Surgeon MD.In 2007, Dr. Kalioundji began his medical internship and residency at the University of Southern California. While building on his skills through the medical internship and residency program, he conducted extensive research on antiplatelet therapy and medical compliance. From 2010 to 2013, he completed his cardiology fellowship at USC/LAC.Dr. Kalioundji completed the Interventional Cardiology fellowship at Kaiser Los Angeles Medical Center in 2014. He received sub-specialty training in Interventional Cardiac and Peripheral Interventions with over 1500 cases performed, one of the highest in Southern California. He was nominated by his mentors as a Fellow to the American College of Cardiology (FACC).Dr. Kalioundji is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiology through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is board eligible in Interventional Cardiology.Fluent in English, Spanish, and Arabic, Dr. Kalioundji enjoys traveling and sharing in experiences of different cultures. He has participated in numerous marathons and triathlons including the LA Marathon 9 times and counting. He is an Eagle Boy Scout and assists in numerous philanthropic causes. He truly believes in a sound mind in a sound body.Dr. Kalioundji is honored to join the practice of Dr. Elias under his esteemed mentorship.Spending quality time with each patient and their family to establish the best possible plan to improve the health of each and every one of his patients. Dr. Kalioundji is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metabolic Syndrome, Angina, Pulmonary Edema, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kalioundji is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and Internal Medicine. Dr. Kalioundji is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    38
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    Expertise in
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    Referral may be required

    Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group

    16542 Ventura Blvd, 
    Encino, CA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leo Kassabian is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Kassabian is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Kassabian is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kassabian is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    33
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Expertise in
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
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    Zouheir H. Elias, MD

    18350 Roscoe Blvd, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Our goal is to assist every patient in achieving optimum health and to maintain wellness. Dr. Elias is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Metabolic Syndrome, Stable Angina, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Elias is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology), American Board Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine. Dr. Elias is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    29
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    Referral may be required

    Office

    8536 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Beverly Hills,, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Kittleson is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Beverly Hills,, California. Dr. Kittleson is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Heart Transplant, and Stent Placement. Dr. Kittleson is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Expertise in
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Jahandar R. Saleh, MD Private Practice

    18350 Roscoe Blvd, Ste 400, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jahandar R. Saleh has been in practice for over 12 years, his philosophy is to treat patients like family members and spends his time listening to their concerns in order to address each problem individually. His patients communicate that he is extremely thorough with treatment plans and leaves no possibilities of care unturned. Dr Saleh focuses on both the patient’s concerns and seeks innovative approaches to patient problems. He prides himself on being a patient advocate and delivering the best care possible to each individual person. Dr. Saleh promotes a patient-centered approach, remaining current with new data and techniques for the benefit of his patients. Dr. Saleh takes great interest in outdoor hobbies such as hiking, playing ping pong, and traveling.I seek to provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Saleh is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Necrosis, Apoplexy, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Saleh is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology), Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Saleh is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Expertise in
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group

    14901 Rinaldi St, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sinha is one of the most highly trained interventional cardiologists in the San Fernando Valley with advanced training in both structural heart interventions and endovascular interventions.  After graduating from medical school from the Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Sinha did his internal medicine residency there, followed by an Advanced Heart Failure/ Heart Transplant Fellowship at Yale.  He then did a cardiology fellowship at the University of Washington, followed by a rigorous interventional cardiology fellowship (2 years) that focused on complex coronary and structural heart interventions.  After a few years of clinical practice, Dr. Sinha pursued advanced training in endovascular and structural heart training through the VIVA Advanced Endovascular and Structural Heart Fellowship.   He then joined CCMG Cardiology in the San Fernando Valley in 2016.Since joining CCMG Cardiology in 2016, Dr. Sinha has demonstrated that he is a thoughtful and caring physician and a highly skilled operator with a proven track record of excellence.  He has developed a robust structural heart intervention program for CCMG, which includes TAVRs (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement), MitraClips, the Watchman procedure and PFO closures.  He is the Structural Heart Director at Henry Mayo Hospital, and he has created a TAVR and PFO closure program there.  He is board certified in cardiology, interventional cardiology and endovascular interventions.  He is also a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and Fellow of the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI). Dr. Sinha is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Apoplexy, Angina, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Sinha is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology), American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Sinha is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Referral may be required

    Valley Heart And Rhythm Medical, Inc.

    18372 Clark St, 216, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Menachem Wakslak, MD, is a cardiologist and clinical cardiac electrophysiologist at Valley Heart and Rhythm Medical, Inc. in Tarzana, California. He provides care for cardiovascular disease and heart rhythm disorders.Dr. Wakslak earned his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiovascular disease fellowship at Maimonides Medical Center, followed by a clinical cardiac electrophysiology fellowship at the University of Rochester. His approach emphasizes compassionate, individualized care tailored to each patient's needs. Dr. Wakslak is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Wakslak is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology). Dr. Wakslak is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Cardiac Amyloidosis

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6100, 
    Los Angeles,, CA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jon Kobashigawa is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles,, California. Dr. Kobashigawa is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Transplant, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Kobashigawa is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Expertise in
    13
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    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required
    18350 Roscoe Boulevard, Suite 400, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mehrdad Kevin Ariani has been in practice for over 30 years, his excellent bedside manner is highly praised amongst his patients. He is courteous and professional, always willing to listen in a caring and empathetic way. Dr. Ariani’s goal is to provide a comfortable ambiance and caring attitude to safeguard his patient’s health through the continuum of care. He is known for taking his time with patients to make sure he gains the knowledge to not only diagnose but treat and help prevent disease. Dr. Ariani is an empathetic communicator who allows sufficient time and involvement with patients before making decisions about their care. Dr. Ariani takes great interest in outdoor hobbies such as skiing, hiking, and traveling.I seek to provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Ariani is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Angina, Hypertension, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Ariani is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology), American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Ariani is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    18840 Ventura Blvd Ste 207, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Oudiz is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Oudiz is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Heart Failure. Dr. Oudiz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    45
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    Referral may be required

    The Heart Medical Group

    18356 Clark St, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leon Kupferwasser is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Kupferwasser is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Pediatric Myocarditis. Dr. Kupferwasser is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kupferwasser is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    42
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    Expertise in
    42
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    Referral may be required

    The Heart Medical Group

    4835 Van Nuys Blvd, 
    Sherman Oaks, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Munaf Shamji is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Shamji is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Shamji is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shamji is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    41
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    Referral may be required

    Santa Clarita-Primary & Specialty Care Valencia

    25775 McBean Pkwy Ste 202, 
    Valencia, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamil Aboulhosn is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Valencia, California. Dr. Aboulhosn is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Tetralogy of Fallot, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Aboulhosn is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    37
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    Expertise in
    37
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    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    127 S San Vicente Blvd, 
    Los Angeles,, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Florian Rader is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles,, California. Dr. Rader is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Cardiomyopathy, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Rader is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    37
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    Expertise in
    37
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    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Electrophysiology Program

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, 
    Los Angeles,, CA 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Siegel is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles,, California. Dr. Siegel is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Siegel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    36
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    Expertise in
    36
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    Referral may be required

    Smidt Heart Institute

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, 
    Los Angeles,, CA 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mamoo Nakamura is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles,, California. Dr. Nakamura is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Nakamura is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    32
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    Expertise in
    32
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    Referral may be required

    Cardiovascular Medical Group Of Southern California

    414 N Camden Dr Ste 1100, 
    Beverly Hills,, CA 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Karlsberg is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Beverly Hills,, California. Dr. Karlsberg is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, High Cholesterol, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Dr. Karlsberg is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is a cardiologist?          

    A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases of the heart and blood vessels (e.g., arteries, capillaries, veins, etc). A cardiologist manages conditions such as heart attacks, heart failure, and high blood pressure with medications, lifestyle changes, and various procedures.   

    What is the difference between a cardiologist and a cardiac surgeon?    

    There are many types of doctors who help keep people’s hearts healthy. A cardiac surgeon, for example, performs surgeries on the heart, including heart bypass surgeries, valve repairs or replacements, and heart transplants. A cardiologist focuses on treating heart problems through non-surgical methods, such as medications, and surgical procedures, such as angioplasty. 

    What does a cardiologist treat?

       A cardiologist treats many heart-related conditions, including:  

    • Pericarditis (inflammation of the lining around the heart) 

     

    When should I see a cardiologist?  

    You should consider getting a referral to a cardiologist if you experience the following: 

    • Your primary care doctor recommends a heart evaluation 
    • Chest pain or discomfort 
    • Shortness of breath 
    • Palpitations (irregular or rapid heartbeats) 
    • A family history of heart disease 

    What tests are available for heart disease? 

     Several tests can help diagnose heart disease, including: 

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Measures the electrical activity of the heart 
    • Echocardiogram: Uses ultrasound to create images of the heart 
    • Stress test: Assesses how the heart works during physical exertion 
    • Cardiac catheterization: Involves threading a catheter to the heart to check for blockages 
    • Blood tests: Measure levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, and other markers 
    • Holter monitor: Records continuous ECG over 24 to 48 hours (about 1-2 days) 
    • Cardiac MRI or CT scan: Provides detailed images of the heart and blood vessels 

    What are the early signs of heart disease? 

    Early signs of heart disease can include:  

    • Chest pain or discomfort (angina) 
    • Shortness of breath, especially during physical activity 
    • Fatigue or weakness 
    • Dizziness or lightheadedness 
    • Swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet (edema) 
    • Irregular heartbeat or palpitations 
    • Nausea or sweating, especially during a heart attack 

    If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve health outcomes and prevent serious complications. 

    When should I see a Cardiologist near pacoima, CA?

    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 Cardiologist near pacoima, CA?

    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 Cardiologists near pacoima, CA?

    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 Cardiologists near pacoima, CA?

    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 Cardiologist in pacoima?

    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 Cardiologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cardiologist?

    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 Cardiologist near pacoima, CA?

    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 Cardiologist?

    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 Cardiologist 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 Cardiologists near pacoima, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cardiologist 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 Cardiologist that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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