Samer Garas

Background

About Samer Garas

Interventional Cardiologist with almost 20 years of experience. I am an advocate for my patients and I help lead the most advanced, successful structural heart program in Northeast Florida and one of the best in the nation. I initiated our TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve replacement) program in 2012 in addition to providing these services to my patients.• First TAVR in 2012• First PFO closure in adults 2002• Mitral Clip and other percutaneous valve therapies• High risk PCI program providing new options and alternatives to open heart surgery• Impella Left Ventricular Device support • Carotid stenting since 2002• LAA closure program (Watchman)As the Director of the Cardiovascular Service Line, I help lead and develop our program. Here are some of our distinguishing programs.• The busiest Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Program in NE. Florida• Robust clinical research program providing our patients access to the latest technologies and treatments• Cardiac surgery service • Advanced imaging technologies including cardiac MR and CT• Access to cardiac care at 3 area hospitals and more than 6 clinics.Don’t be afraid to take charge of your health and get a second opinion. It could save time, money and your life. We are here to help.