AblationforCardiacArrhythmias near Port Charlotte, FL

Biography: Cardiologist Porur Somasundaram, MD (Dr. Som), evaluates and treats a variety of cardiology conditions, including adult congenital heart defects, and has particular expertise in treating conditions related to the electrical system in the heart. Utilizing advanced techniques, including implanting devices to stabilize heart rhythms, Dr. Som not only helps patients manage heart issues, but can positively impact their quality of life.

Biography: Dr. Satish Velagapudi, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist who practices in Port Charlotte, FL. He is 48 years old. Dr. Satish Velagapudi, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital.

Biography: 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.

Care Philosophy: 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.

Biography: Dr. Annoni is the Director of Electrophysiology at HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital. He attended medical school at Universidad Madre y Maestra, located in Santiago, Dominican Republic. He continued his education as an intern at Jose Maria Cabrel y Baez Hospital, and finished his residency in Puerto Rico at the Veterans Administration Hospital in San Juan, where he also completed his fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Annoni began work at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida, completing his specialty fellowship in Cardiac Electrophysiology.

Care Philosophy: Our hearts are in it to win it. Cardiovascular Associates is a comprehensive cardiology practice that has been serving our community and patients for over 30 years. We offer compassionate care to our patients with a fiscally responsible approach.

Care Philosophy: We are a group of dedicated physicians helping our patients identify ways to prevent heart disease, as well as specializing in the accurate diagnosis, treatment and management of heart disease.