Samer M. Garas, MD
Cardiology
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
Medical Group
Ascension Medical Group
Gender
Male
Ascension Medical Group
Languages Spoken
English
About
Dr Garas is an Interventional Cardiologist. He is currently the Director of Cardiovascular Services at Ascension St Vincent's in Jacksonville. He is from St. Louis, MO. He did his internal medicine training at Washington University in St. Louis and his cardiology training at Emory University.
Dr Garas did the first TAVR in NE Florida in 2011 and has been a leader in bringing new technology and advances to Jacksonville. He is involved in clinical research and was the only investigator in Florida to participate in the RESPECT PFO closure trial in 2002. Currently, he is a principal investigator for the landmark ENCIRCLE trial for Mitral valve replacement.
Meet Samer M. Garas, MD
Education
Medical/Professional
- University of Missouri
Fellowship
- Emory University School of Medicine
Residency
- Washington University / School of Medicine
Internship
- Washington University / School of Medicine
Qualifications
Hospital Affiliations
- Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
- Ascension St. Vincent's Southside Hospital
Certifications
- American Board of IM (Cardiovascular Disease) - Cardiovascular Disease
- American Board of IM (Interventional Cardiology) - Interventional Cardiology
Locations
Primary Location
Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent's Cardiology
Facility Hours
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Schedule Appointment
(904) 388-1820
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