Dr. Anthony Pearson, MD, FACC

Dr. Anthony Pearson, MD, FACC

Cardiologist
477 N El Camino Real, Ste C204, Encinitas, CA
Dr. Pearson received his MD from St. Louis University School of Medicine. He also completed internal medicine and cardiology fellowship training at St. Louis University. Following his fellowship, he was on the faculty at St. Louis University, specializing in clinical and research uses of cardiac ultrasound. He then took a faculty position at The Ohio State University, where he was director of the echocardiographic laboratory and initiated programs in transesopageal echocardiography and stress echocardiography. During his tenure on the faculty at SLU and OSU, he was active in teaching and research and contributed more than 100 research papers to the scientific literature. He spent 20 years in private practice in Louisville, KY, then in St. Louis, MO and in 2020; he took a faculty clinical position at St. Louis University. Dr. Pearson has a significant interest in preventive cardiology and utilizes cutting-edge biomarker and imaging tools to identify better each individual’s risk for heart attack and stroke. He strives to incorporate the latest pharmaceutical developments along with optimal dietary, lifestyle and exercise practices for an individualized approach to minimizing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease complications. Dr. Pearson also endorses an enlightened medical approach to the treatment of atrial fibrillation with treatment crafted for the individual. He uses the latest technologies in patient care, including smartphone applications that transmit electrocardiogram results online or track blood pressure changes in response to medication or lifestyle modifications. He has been named Castle-Connolly Top Doc every year since 2009. He is a fellow with the American College of Cardiology, an editorial reviewer for the journal Echocardiography, and a columnist for MedPage Today. He has written about nutrition, cardiovascular disease, exercise, statin drugs, and other topics for over 10 years on his website.
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Anthony Pearson

Dr. Pearson received his MD from St. Louis University School of Medicine. He also completed internal medicine and cardiology fellowship training at St. Louis University. Following his fellowship, he was on the faculty at St. Louis University, specializing in clinical and research uses of cardiac ultrasound. He then took a faculty position at The Ohio State University, where he was director of the echocardiographic laboratory and initiated programs in transesopageal echocardiography and stress echocardiography. During his tenure on the faculty at SLU and OSU, he was active in teaching and research and contributed more than 100 research papers to the scientific literature. He spent 20 years in private practice in Louisville, KY, then in St. Louis, MO and in 2020; he took a faculty clinical position at St. Louis University. Dr. Pearson has a significant interest in preventive cardiology and utilizes cutting-edge biomarker and imaging tools to identify better each individual’s risk for heart attack and stroke. He strives to incorporate the latest pharmaceutical developments along with optimal dietary, lifestyle and exercise practices for an individualized approach to minimizing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease complications. Dr. Pearson also endorses an enlightened medical approach to the treatment of atrial fibrillation with treatment crafted for the individual. He uses the latest technologies in patient care, including smartphone applications that transmit electrocardiogram results online or track blood pressure changes in response to medication or lifestyle modifications. He has been named Castle-Connolly Top Doc every year since 2009. He is a fellow with the American College of Cardiology, an editorial reviewer for the journal Echocardiography, and a columnist for MedPage Today. He has written about nutrition, cardiovascular disease, exercise, statin drugs, and other topics for over 10 years on his website.

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Areas of expertise

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Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Chronic high blood pressure
Coronary Artery Disease
High cholesterol
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Chronic high blood pressure
Coronary Artery Disease
High cholesterol

Office location

United Medical Doctors - Encinitas, 477 N El Camino Real, Ste. C204
477 N El Camino Real, Ste C204, Encinitas, CA 92024

Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • St. Louis University (Internship)
  • St. Louis University (Residency)
  • St. Louis University (Fellowship)

Professional memberships

  • American College of Cardiology

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor
  • Dr. Anthony Pearson has been named Castle-Connolly Top Doc every year since 2009.

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1144262742

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Bedside manner
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Dr. Anthony Pearson's office is located at 477 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024.

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Dr. Anthony Pearson is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine).

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Dr. Anthony Pearson frequently sees patients for Cardiology Consultation , High Blood Pressure / Hypertension, New Patient Visit, Ultrasound, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Anthony Pearson on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Anthony Pearson speak?

Dr. Anthony Pearson speaks English.

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3 patients have reviewed Dr. Anthony Pearson. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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