AblationforCardiacArrhythmias near Ocala, FL

Care Philosophy: At Tampa General Medical Group, we are committed to partnering with our patients to help them achieve their best health possible. We strive to provide high-quality, personalized, cost-effective care to our patients by listening to their medical concerns and encouraging their involvement in important decisions. Our board-certified internal medicine and family medicine physicians and pediatricians take pride in focusing on improved health through prevention and evidence-based care. Our goal is to empower our patients to advocate for their health.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. Kim specializes in the surgical treatment of complex conditions involving the heart, lung and vascular system. He has extensive experience in high risk coronary artery bypass graft surgery, heart valve surgery, minimally invasive lung surgery, endovascular aortic aneurysm repair, carotid surgery and implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators. Dr. Kim is a member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare experts who are dedicated to improving the lives of patients and their families through compassionate and high quality surgical care. Dr. Kim is the Director of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at HCA Florida Citrus Hospital and the Director of the Structural Heart Program. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and is a distinguished Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Kim received the Physician's Excellence in Healthcare Award in 2017 and the Frist Humanitarian Award in 2018 for his contribution to exemplary patient care. In 2010, he and others founded the Mended Hearts of Citrus chapter, a support group for patients recovering from heart disease. Under his leadership, the hospital has received the highest quality rating for cardiac surgery by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Dr. Kim is actively involved in teaching the next generation of healthcare providers through mentorship and scholarship programs. He regularly participates in medical missions to improve global health delivery and training across the world. Dr. Kim is a member of the following organizations:American College of Surgeons American College of Cardiology American Heart Association American Medical Association Christian Medical and Dental Association Society of Thoracic Surgeons Southern Thoracic Surgical Association

Biography: Interests Heart transplantation Advanced heart failure Mechanical circulatory support

Biography: Interests Women's heart disease Cardiovascular magnetic resonance Stress perfusion cardiac MRI Peripheral arterial disease Microvascular angina/endothelial dysfunction Preventative cardiology Chest pain evaluation Evaluation of dyspnea with exertion Echocardiography Coronary CT angiography

Biography: Interests Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) Transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVR) using the MitraClip device Mixed valvular heart disease Invasive hemodynamics Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy Percutaneous treatment of perivalvular leaks Valve-in-valve replacement of degenerated prosthetic valves Percutaneous closure of the left atrial appendage Closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO) Percutaneous treatment of post-MI VSD Coronary fistula closure Complex coronary intervention Device innovation and development Use of multi-modality imaging and 3D modeling in planning and guiding structural intervention

Biography: Dr. Brian P. Shapiro is a general noninvasive cardiologist with special interests in cardiovascular disease prevention and wellness, sports cardiology, pulmonary hypertension, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.Expert in multimodality imaging including echocardiogram, nuclear cardiology, cardiac MRI, and CT.Highly involved in caring for patients from underserved populations and volunteers at multiple clinics around Jacksonville serving these patients including the Sulzbacher Clinic and Volunteers in Medicine.Extensive research experience with a large number of grants and publications predominantly in advanced imaging in cardiovascular disease such as using cardiac MRI with exercise to detect early disease activity.Involved in many large, multi-center prospective clinical trials implementing optimal disease management in conditions like hypertension.Mentors a large number of medical students, residents, and fellows as part of his roles as the Dean of Academic Affairs for Mayo Medical School, Associate Fellowship Director for Cardiovascular Medicine, and the Director of CV Education for Internal Medicine Residents.

Care Philosophy: Great patient care requires that you care about your patient.

Care Philosophy: Ahmad Zeeshan MD FACS is a board certified cardiothoracic surgeon and has expertise in performing an array of procedures including heart and lung transplantation aortic surgery minimally invasive heart valve surgery mitral valve procedures aortic valve surgery and bloodless cardiac surgery After medical school Dr Zeeshan trained in general surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Maryland He then completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Yale University He went on to receive specialized training in aortic surgery including endovascular techniques heart and lung transplantation and mechanical circulatory support surgery at Cleveland Clinic Ohio Prior to joining AdventHealth Dr Zeeshan held a joint clinical appointment at Cleveland Clinic Ohio and Florida as part of the cardiovascular surgery team Dr Zeeshan believes in providing the best approach for every patient based on their specific needs and conditions for optimal results using the latest minimally invasive approaches for a lower risk of complications and a faster more comfortable recovery

Biography: Dr. Ajay Mehta, MD is a cardiology doctor who practices in Ocala, FL. He is 36 years old and has been practicing for 10 years. Dr. Mehta is affiliated with HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital? and Munroe Regional Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: I believe a patient is an individual to be cared for, not just the medical condition to be treated.

Care Philosophy: The Cardiac & Vascular Institute has provided comprehensive cardiovascular care to the residents of North Central Florida for over 45 years. We are the most comprehensive cardiovascular facility in the region. Patients experience consistent, exceptional, evidence-based care. Each office is equipped with the very latest in cardiovascular technology and is staffed with clinical professionals offering unparalleled expertise. With three convenient office locations, our board certified physicians, nurse practitioners, and the entire TCAVI family welcomes you to experience our team approach to cardiac care. Our philosophy of treating each patient with compassionate and comprehensive medical care is cornerstone for which we are best known. At TCAVI, your heart is in the right place is more than a slogan, it is our commitment to you.