10 Results forPediatric Cardiologists near Forty Fort, PA
Learn more about Pediatric Cardiologists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Pediatric Cardiologists
A pediatric cardiologist specializes in caring for children with conditions and diseases of the heart and blood vessels. Pediatric cardiologists diagnose and treat many heart diseases and problems from the fetal period through adulthood, including cardiac arrhythmias and congenital heart disease. When heart surgery is needed, pediatric cardiologists work closely with specialized pediatric heart surgeons to provide comprehensive care. Pediatric cardiologists are also experts in preventing and treating risk factors for adult heart disease in children.
A pediatric cardiologist typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and educates the child and family about heart health and heart disease prevention
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Performs a physical exam including evaluation of blood pressure and vital signs, weight, and the health of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels, including arrhythmias and congenital heart disease
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Screens, treats and monitors conditions known to increase the risk of adult heart disease in children, such as hypertension, smoking, obesity, and high cholesterol. For some complex risks, such as having diabetes, a pediatric cardiologist will provide referrals to other specialists such as a pediatric endocrinologist.
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Performs procedures, such as EKG, echocardiogram, and cardiac catheterization
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Works closely with your child’s primary care doctor and other specialists to provide optimal care
There are 10 specialists practicing Pediatric Cardiology in Forty Fort, PA with an overall average rating of 4.7 stars. There are 14 hospitals near Forty Fort, PA with affiliated Pediatric Cardiology specialists, including Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Evangelical Community Hospital.
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Dr. Mark Cohen, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 187021.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. David Connuck, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology50 Roosevelt TerWilkes Barre, PA 187023.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Find a Telehealth DoctorDr. Karen Lurito, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology190 Welles St Ste 122Forty Fort, PA 187040.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Michele Monaco, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology540 Pierce StKingston, PA 187042.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Shirah Shore, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology50 Roosevelt TerWilkes Barre, PA 187023.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Avnit Golten, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology190 Welles St Ste 114Kingston, PA 187040.8 miles awayDr. Robert Mangano, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology50 Roosevelt TerWilkes Barre, PA 187023.9 miles awayDr. Shuping Ge, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology50 Roosevelt TerWilkes Barre, PA 187023.9 miles awayDr. Ram Bishnoi, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology50 Roosevelt TerWilkes Barre, PA 187023.9 miles awayDr. Nishant Shah, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 187021.9 miles away