Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham, MD
Cardiac Surgery ·
Male ·
Age 55
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Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham, MD is a cardiac surgery specialist in Danville, CA and has been practicing for 21 years. He graduated from Guntur Medical College, Ntr University Of Health Sciences in 1985 and specializes in cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, and more.
East Bay Cardiovascular & Thoracic Associates
1320 El Capitan Dr Ste 120
Danville, CA 94526
(925) 676-2600
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- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Health Net
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Tricare
- UnitedHealthCare
- Worker's Compensation
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Top Care Areas
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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
very high
more than 94% of peers
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
high
more than 86% of peers
Aneurysm
high
more than 83% of peers
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Care Philosophy
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4 Specialties
- Cardiac Surgery
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
3 Board Certifications
- General SurgeryAccredited by: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
- Thoracic Cardiovascular SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Thoracic Surgery*
- Thoracic SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Thoracic Surgery*
83 Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Aneurysm
- Aneurysm of Heart
- Aneurysm of Sinus of Valsalva
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Diseases
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Ectasia
- Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Arrhythmias
- Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis of Aorta
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Benign Tumor
- Cancer
- Cardiomegaly
- Cardiomyopathy
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Aneurysm
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Coronary Artery Dissection
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dissecting Aneurysm
- Endocarditis
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- False Aneurysm
- Femoral Aneurysm
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Iliac Aneurysm
- Lung Cancer
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Pericardial Disease
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
- Peripheral Arterial Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Popliteal Aneurysm
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Valve Disease
- Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
- Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
- Ruptured Aneurysm
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Hypertension
- Septal Defect
- Suprarenal Aneurysm
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Thrombosis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Visceral Aneurysm
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50 Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Aneurysm Stenting
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Aortic Repair, Open or Repair of Arterial Aneurysm, Open
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Aortic Valve Surgery
- Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
- Atrial Fibrillation Surgery
- Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
- Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
- Carotid Ultrasound
- Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
- Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
- Decortication and Pleurectomy
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
- Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Endovascular Repair of Aorta
- Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
- Esophageal Surgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Heart Defect Repair
- Heart Surgery
- Impella Device
- Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Lung Surgery
- Maze Procedure
- Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery
- Mitral Valve Repair
- Mitral Valve Surgery
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Peripheral Artery Bypass
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Pulmonary Valve Surgery
- Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Thoracentesis
- Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Tricuspid Valve Surgery
- Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
- Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
- Vascular Surgical Procedure
- Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
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Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for California.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Guntur Medical College, Ntr University Of Health SciencesMedical School | Graduated 1985
- Post Graduate Institute Of Medical Education & Research (Pgimer)Internship Hospital | Completed 1989
- University Of Chicago HospitalsInternship Hospital | Completed 1991
- University Ca San Diego Med CenterResidency Hospital | Completed 1995
- Rush Presby St Lukes Med Ctr-Rush UFellowship Hospital | Completed 1997
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Languages Spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Telugu
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As far as I am concerned Dr. Veeragandham is the best. From my first appointment through surgery (repair mitral valve) to post op appointment he was with me all the way. He prepared me for my surgery by explaining in detail what I should expect through the entire process. In addition to being an...Read More
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Michael Howard in Walnut Creek, CA – Aug 23, 2018
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My 80 year old mother was diagnosed with congestive heart failure, her cardiologist worked for over a month to fix her with meds. After they did a Cardiac Cath of her heart it showed she urgently needed valve replacement & repair. Within a week of diagnosis Dr. Veeragandham had her on the book for...Read More
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Shawn in Clayton – Aug 07, 2018
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I am a physician myself and I will say he is the best Cardiothoracic surgeon that I have met. He did an open heart surgery for my mom and I was very confident that my mom will be ok. He is very responsive to questions and concerns and has been in constant communication with me throughout.
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Alfort Santos, M.D. – Jul 07, 2018
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I've met Dr. V once prior to my vascular surgery & I can actually say meeting him was like I've known him for years. He was extremely friendly & trustworthy in his explanation of the impending surgery. He quickly recognized my health issues & proceeded accordingly. He is a marvelous person &...Read More
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Fred Martin in Pleasanton – Jun 22, 2018
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Dr. Veeragandham is not only an exceptional surgeon, he is compassionate, professional and takes the time to address your concerns. Because of my list of preexisting ailments, above and beyond my unusual heart condition, I was a challenging and unusual patient. He willing worked with my...Read More
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James Mills in Walnut Creek, CA – Jun 22, 2018
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