About Dr. Cathleen N. Bairey Merz, Cardiology
Dr. Cathleen N. Bairey Merz is a distinguished cardiologist located in Los Angeles, California. She is associated with the prestigious Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Bairey Merz has made notable contributions to the field of cardiology.
Dr. Bairey Merz pursued her undergraduate studies at the University of Chicago, obtained her medical degree from Harvard University, and completed her residency at the University of California, San Francisco. She underwent fellowship training in clinical cardiology and nuclear cardiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she has played a pivotal role in advancing the treatment of women with heart disease.
Specialty In
Cardiology
Cardiologists specialize in disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, collectively referred to as the cardiovascular system. Common conditions managed by cardiologists encompass genetic heart abnormalities, heart rhythm disturbances, heart failure, and coronary artery disease (the narrowing of blood vessels due to plaque and cholesterol buildup).
Subspecialties
- General Cardiology
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease
- Heart Failure & Transplantation
Areas of Expertise:
Dr. Bairey Merz focuses on the treatment of various cardiovascular ailments, including:
- Coronary artery disease
- Persistent high blood pressure
- Cardiomyopathy
- And other related cardiac conditions.
