About Dr. Bakr Salem
Dr. Bakr I. Salem is a highly esteemed cardiologist joining United Medical Doctors in San Diego, bringing with him over 40 years of experience in the field of cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Salem is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases. He earned his medical degree from Cairo University in Egypt and completed his cardiology fellowship at the prestigious Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Heart Institute.
Throughout his career, Dr. Salem has been dedicated to both invasive and noninvasive cardiology, with extensive expertise in interventional cardiology, echocardiography, stress testing, and cardiac catheterization. His clinical interests include the management of coronary artery disease, heart failure, hypertension, arrhythmias, and preventive cardiology. He currently practices general cardiology.
Dr. Salem has held prominent positions, including Co-Director of the Intensive Care Unit at St. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield, Missouri, and has been an attending cardiologist at St. Luke’s Hospital for four decades with Cardiac Specialists of St. Luke’s. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the American College of Chest Physicians, the American College of Physicians, and the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Salem has contributed significantly to cardiology research and literature, with numerous publications in prestigious medical journals. His work has focused on various aspects of cardiology, including electrocardiographic patterns, coronary artery disease, and cardiac catheterization.
Dr. Salem is fluent in both English and Arabic, and he is passionate about providing comprehensive cardiac care and improving the heart health of his patients through preventive measures and patient education. He is now focused on adult clinical cardiology in the outpatient setting, aiming to bring his extensive knowledge and compassionate care to the San Diego community.
In-network insurances
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Abnormal heart rate/rhythm due to sick sinus syndrome
Peripheral vascular disease
Intermittent racing heartbeat (PSVT)
Heart valve disorders
Heart failure
Heart block
Abnormal heart rate/rhythm due to sick sinus syndrome
Peripheral vascular disease
Intermittent racing heartbeat (PSVT)
Heart valve disorders
Practice
United Medical Doctors
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United Medical Doctors - Encinitas, 477 N El Camino Real, Ste. C204
477 N El Camino Real, #C204, Encinitas, CA 92024
Education and background
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - Cairo University, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- Baylor College of Medicine, Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease
- St. Luke's Hospital (Residency)
- St. Mary's Health Center (Residency)
Professional memberships
- American College of Cardiology
- American College of Chest Physicians
- American College of Physicians
- Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
Languages spoken
- English
- Arabic
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1295792851
Patient reviews
Overall rating
4.95
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.90
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Very understanding and caring attention. The doctor and staff listened to my concerns and were willing to offer extra screening if I wanted.
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