25 of the Best Cardiologists Near Me in ladson, SC

Looking for the best heart doctor or heart specialist near ladson, SC? Find a top cardiologist near you in ladson, SC 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 51 specialists near ladson, SC

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    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kenneth H. Hanger is a general cardiologist who has been in practice for 30+ years. He was an instructor at MUSC for his first two years after completing his internship, residency and fellowship in cardiology at MUSC. Dr. Hanger's next step was to start Pee Dee Cardiology in Florence, SC where he was an interventional cardiologist doing heart catheterizations and pacemakers. In 1992, Dr. Hanger returned to Charleston to start Lowcountry Cardiology and remained there until early 2018. While there, he practiced general cardiology, as well as interventional and also TAVR, the aortic valve replacement without surgery.Dr. Hanger returned to MUSC in 2018 to take care of patients that he'd had for many years and to take on new ones, as well. He is well experienced in managing almost all kinds of heart diseases, including coronary disease, valvular problems, arrhythmias, congestive heart failure, hypertension and lipid disorders. As a triathlete, Dr. Hanger is also interested in preventing disease and in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Dr. Hanger is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Hanger is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MUSC Children's Health Cardiology At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. John Rhodes is a pediatric and adult congenital invasive cardiologist. He received his medical degree from The Brody School of Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina, completed his residency in pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina, and a fellowship in cardiology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. He also pursued additional training in pediatric and adult congenital interventional cardiac catheterization at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Rhodes has recently returned the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston as the operations director for the Congenital Heart Center and as an interventional specialist for children and adults with congenital heart disease. Prior to joining the Congenital Heart Center, Dr. Rhodes worked from 2003 to 2013 at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina as chief of the Duke Children's Heart Center, director of the Pediatric & Adult Congenital Interventional Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, and co-director of the Adult Congenital Heart Program. More recently, Dr. Rhodes worked from 2013 to 2017 at Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, Florida as the director of cardiology, director of adult congenital, and director of the Interventional Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.Dr. Rhodes' clinical interests involve diagnostic and interventional catheterization procedures for adults and children with complex congenital heart disease. He has helped pioneer several techniques, including transcatheter atrial septal defect (ASD) closure with the CARDIOFORM Gore Helex Septal Occluder device, intracardiac echocardiographic imaging to guide catheter interventions, cutting balloon angioplasty of stenotic branch pulmonary arteries, and pulmonary vein stent angioplasty for pulmonary vein stenosis following radiofrequency ablation of atrial fibrillation. He also served as the national principal investigator for the REDUCE trial for the management of patients for stroke-related patent foramen ovale device closure and is an investigator for trials including the Edwards Lifesciences transcatheter SAPIEN pulmonary stent valve, the MELODY pulmonary stent valve post approval study, the new CARDIOFORM Gore Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Occluder device, and bare metal as well as covered stent angioplasty for coarctation of the aorta. Other clinical expertise includes congenital heart syndromes such as Marfan syndrome, Down syndrome, and Williams syndrome as well as hereditary telangiectasia (HHT) and associated pulmonary arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Rhodes is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Angioplasty. Dr. Rhodes is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Expertise in
    9
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    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
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    Coastal Carolina Multispecialty Associates LLC

    9313 Medical Plaza Dr, Suite 305, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Craig is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Craig is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Craig is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
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    Expertise in
    14
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    Roper Saint Francis Physicians Network

    3508 S Live Oak Dr, 
    Moncks Corner, SC 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Field is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. Dr. Field is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Field is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
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    Expertise in
    15
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    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Marcus Wharton, M.D. is professor of medicine with tenure at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Wharton received his M.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee, and completed an internship and residency at the University of California at San Francisco. He then completed his cardiology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, and subsequently served as assistant professor of medicine, director of clinical cardiac electrophysiology, and associate professor of medicine with tenure there. Among his many awards and honors are the Albert Weinstein Prize in Medicine and the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology (NASPE) Young Investigator Award.Dr. Wharton has published articles and abstracts in many journals, including the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology, and Circulation. He currently serves on the editorial board of EP Lab Digest, Clinical Cardiology, and the American Heart Journal. Dr. Wharton is a member of several scientific advisory committees, including the medical advisory panel at Boston Scientific, council of advisors at Medtronics, Inc. medical advisory board at Transurgical, Inc. and scientific committee of the European Society of Cardiology. He is also a member of several scholarly societies such as the Council of Clinical Cardiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology Society, and NASPE. Dr. Wharton serves on many educational committees including the NASPE training and fellowship committee, the NASPE task force of FDA atrial fibrillation ablation, and the American College of Chest Physicians panel on the management of atrial fibrillation in post-CABG patients. His primary research interests are aimed at catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation as well as other arrhythmias; he has lectured internationally on these topics. Dr. Wharton is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), His Bundle Tachycardia, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Wharton is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
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    Expertise in
    14
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    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Nexton Medical Park

    5500 Front Street, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Edwards, MD, specializes in Cardiology and is located in Summerville, SC. Dr. Edwards is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Arrhythmias, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Edwards is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Expertise in
    11
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    Referral may be required

    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

    2810 Ashley Phosphate Rd, Suite B 11, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rochelle Judd, FNP, specializes in Congenital Cardiology. Dr. Judd is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, and Atrial Septal Defect (ASD). Dr. Judd is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    MUSC Health Cardiology At Nexton Medical Park

    5500 Front St, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Nepalese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bishnu Dhakal specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders (cardiac electrophysiology). He received his medical degree from Kathmandu University College of Medical Sciences Nepal.Dr. Dhakal completed his internal medicine residency from St Barnabas Hospital in New York City. He did his research fellowship from Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston followed by clinical fellowship in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplantation from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland. Dr. Dhakal did his cardiology fellowship from University of Arizona, Tucson and cardiac electrophysiology fellowship at University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia. Dr. Dhakal also worked an internal medicine faculty at West Virginia University.Dr. Dhakal has published several articles in management of heart failure, ventricular tachycardia and atrial fibrillation and has received several research awards. His clinical interests focus on comprehensive management of complex ventricular arrhythmia as well as atrial fibrillation. Dr. Dhakal is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Ectopic Heartbeat, Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Dhakal is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Cardiology
    Expertise in
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    Cardiology
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    MUSC Health Atlantic Cardiovascular Associates - Summerville

    2000 1st Avenue, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Landes grew up in Northern California. Upon completion of her undergraduate degree at Brandeis University she stayed in Boston, Massachusetts for her Doctorate of Medicine at Tufts University. She then relocated to Los Angeles, California and finished her residency in internal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She subsequently completed additional specialty cardiovascular fellowship training in Women's Heart Disease at the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center. After falling in love with the low country she moved to Charleston, South Carolina for fellowship in cardiology at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Landes is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Pulmonary Edema. Dr. Landes is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    36
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    Referral may be required

    HCA Healthcare Lowcountry Cardiology Specialists

    2860 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston,, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Saunders is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in North Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Saunders is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Vasculitis, Pediatric Myocarditis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Saunders is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    34
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    Referral may be required

    HCA Healthcare Lowcountry Cardiology Specialists

    2860 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Looser is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Looser is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Aortic Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Looser is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    30
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    Expertise in
    30
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    Referral may be required

    HCA Healthcare Lowcountry Cardiology Specialists

    2860 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston,, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Pringle is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in North Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Pringle is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Pringle is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Expertise in
    11
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    Referral may be required

    MUSC Atlantic Cardiovascular Associates

    3601 Ladson Rd Ste 100, 
    Ladson,, SC 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Coker is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Ladson,, South Carolina. Dr. Coker is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Coker is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    10
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    Referral may be required

    MUSC Atlantic Cardiovascular Associates

    3601 Ladson Rd Ste 100, 
    Ladson,, SC 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Mccarty is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Ladson,, South Carolina. Dr. Mccarty is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Angina, Heart Attack, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Mccarty is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    MUSC Atlantic Cardiovascular Associates

    3601 Ladson Rd Ste 100, 
    Ladson, SC 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Mataosky is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Ladson, South Carolina. Dr. Mataosky is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Mataosky is currently accepting new patients.

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    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
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    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Lowcountry Lung & Critical Care PA

    9150 Medcom St Ste B, 
    North Charleston,, SC 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karl Miller is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in North Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
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    Expertise in
    14
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    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Fred Krainin, MD, specializes in Cardiology and is located in North Charleston, SC. Dr. Krainin is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Krainin is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Health Cardiology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Graham Smith, MD, specializes in Cardiology and is located in North Charleston, SC. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

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    Expertise in
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    Carolina Family Care Inc

    2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Northup is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Northup is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    48
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    Expertise in
    48
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    Referral may be required

    Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Coastal Cardiology

    1033 Saint Andrews Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Rieder is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Rieder is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Rieder is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    44
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    Expertise in
    44
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    Referral may be required

    Coastal Cardiology P.A.

    1033 Saint Andrews Blvd, 
    Charleston,, SC 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Woodfield is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Woodfield is highly rated in 44 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Woodfield is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    43
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    Expertise in
    43
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    Referral may be required

    Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Coastal Cardiology

    1033 Saint Andrews Blvd, 
    Charleston,, SC 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lars Runquist is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Runquist is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Runquist is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    42
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    Expertise in
    42
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    Referral may be required

    Coastal Cardiology P.A.

    1033 Saint Andrews Blvd, 
    Charleston,, SC 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Troy Bunting is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Bunting is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Necrosis, Atherosclerosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Bunting is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    24
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    Expertise in
    24
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    Referral may be required

    Southeast Cardiology

    1812 Wallace School Rd Ste 300, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Swahili
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarbabi Masindet is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Masindet is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Metabolic Syndrome, Angina, Sick Sinus Syndrome, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Masindet is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Atlantic Cardiovascular Associates

    3601 Ladson Rd Ste 100, 
    Ladson,, SC 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Frederick Funke is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Ladson,, South Carolina. Dr. Funke is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Angina, Apoplexy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Funke 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 ladson, SC?

    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 ladson, SC?

    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 ladson, SC?

    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 ladson, SC?

    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 ladson?

    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 ladson, SC?

    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 ladson, SC?

    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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