Best Cardiologists and Heart Medicine Doctors in Largo, FL

We have forged in new frontiers of cardiovascular care and treatment through advances in nuclear medicine, cutting edge technology and research, and the development of preventive and educational services. Coupled with highly trained physicians and medical staff, The Heart Institute has established itself as a "Center of Excellence" in the care and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

We're all united around a common mission - to help people live happier, healthier lives.

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. In 1994, Robert Sheppard, MD, FACC, FHRS brought to the Heart Institute a new era of expertise by developing the cardiac electrophysiology department and currently serves as director of cardiac electrophysiology & pacing. He developed the first cardiac electrophysiology laboratory in St. Petersburg, FL and specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders. He performed the first catheter ablation and implanted the first cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator/pacemaker in St. Petersburg, FL. Dr. Sheppard received his undergraduate degree from S.U.N.Y. at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, N.Y. He obtained his medical degree from New York Medical College - Valhalla, N.Y. and completed his fellowship training in both cardiology and electrophysiology & pacing at Hahnemann University - Philadelphia, Pa. Dr. Sheppard was an assistant professor of medicine at Hahnemann University before moving to Florida and served as clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of South Florida. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Sheppard is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Heart Rhythm Society. He has written many publications for a variety of peer reviewed journals, textbook chapters and pursues his interest in research by participating in numerous previous and current clinical research trials. In 2007, 2009 and 2011 Dr. Sheppard was the only cardiovascular disease specialist in Pinellas County named to the list of America?s Best Doctors.

We have forged in new frontiers of cardiovascular care and treatment through advances in nuclear medicine, cutting edge technology and research, and the development of preventive and educational services. Coupled with highly trained physicians and medical staff, The Heart & Vascular Institute has established itself as a "Center of Excellence" in the care and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

We have forged in new frontiers of cardiovascular care and treatment through advances in nuclear medicine, cutting edge technology and research, and the development of preventive and educational services. Coupled with highly trained physicians and medical staff, The Heart Institute has established itself as a "Center of Excellence" in the care and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

We're all united around a common mission - to help people live happier, healthier lives.

The Heart Institute at Largo is committed to providing the highest quality cardiovascular care possible for adults aged 18 and up. In order to provide this level of care, our providers work closely with the patients' primary care physician, allowing services to be delivered in a customized and efficient manner. Our goal is to promote improved overall health and wellbeing in Pinellas County. With our specialized programs in prevention, heart failure, interventions and research, the cardiology team at the Heart Institute at Largo is confident our patients receive the highest standard of care available for their heart disease.

Will get patients in within 24 hours if established patients cost efficient care

My patient care philosophy is centered around incorporating the patient into his or her treatment plan. I believe that patients need to be involved in the decision-making process.

Bay Area Heart Center strives to provide the highest level and quality of cardiac care available. This requires two commitments. First, to treat the patient as an individual and second, to strive for continuous improvement in the technical delivery of care in this increasingly complex field. Bay Area Heart Center's team goal is the preservation of our patient's good health. We welcome comments and criticisms from our patients regarding how well we fulfill our mission.

Dr. Amber Tas, DO is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Largo, FL. She is 44 years old. Dr. Amber Tas, DO is affiliated with HCA Florida Largo Hospital.

Dr. Vikas Bhatia, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Largo, FL. He is 40 years old and has been practicing for 17 years. Dr. Vikas Bhatia, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Largo Hospital.

Dr. Mark Starnes is a non-invasive cardiologist caring for patients in Pinellas County and surrounding areas. He is native to the east coast of North Carolina and received his medical degree from the Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiology Fellowship trainings at Largo Medical Center in Largo, Florida. He is the proud husband of a wife, Rachel, and father to a new baby daughter. He is board certified in nuclear cardiology stress testing and interpretation, vascular ultrasound interpretation and echocardiography. He is trained in performing stress testing as well as transesophageal echocardiography. When not seeing patients, he enjoys spending time with his family, enjoying the local activities around St. Pete, traveling, following the local sports teams, and cheering on the UNC Tarheels.

Dr. Jose Codolosa, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Largo, FL. He is 48 years old and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Jose Codolosa, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Largo Hospital.