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Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD is a pediatric cardiologist in Long Beach, CA specializing in pediatric cardiology. He graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare, Dignity Health, MemorialCare Medical Group, Saddleback Medical Center, Greater Newport Physicians, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Long Beach Medical Center, Providence, Edinger Medical Group MemorialCare Independent Physicians, AAP and ACC, Providence St. Joseph Hospital - Orange, PACIFIC CARDIOVASCULAR ASSOCIATES MEDICAL GROUP, INC, Miller Children s & Women s Hospital Long Beach and St Mary Medical Center Long Beach.
St Mary Medical Center Long Beach
AAP and ACC
Providence St. Joseph Hospital - Orange
Cardiac Catheterization
Cardiac catheterization is a procedure done to check on the health of the heart. A tiny, flexible tube called a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel through a very small opening, usually in the groin, and threaded through the blood vessel up to the heart. Once the catheter is in place, it can diagnose problems in the heart and perform certain corrective procedures.
A coronary catheter can be used to:
Because all of this can be accomplished without the need for open surgery, cardiac catheterization has become a popular option.
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certification: Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Guam.
Medical School: University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
Residency: University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Board Certification: Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Guam
Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Medicaid, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO and Interplan PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.25 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Long Beach, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christopher Adi Tan, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$3,892
AMPLATZER $1,625 |
AMPLATZER PICCOLO $1,617 |
AMPLATZER TALISMAN $371 |
AMPLATZER Occluders $179 |
Connectivity and Remote care $100 |
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$2,833
Melody $2,833 |
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$2,610
EDWARDS SAPIEN 3 TRANSCATHETER HEART VALVE (THV) $2,169 |
THE EDWARDS SAPIEN 3 VALVE WITH ALTERRA ADAPTIVE PRESTENT SYSTEM $441 |
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$271
ELEVIEW $271 |
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$120
SYNAGIS $120 |
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$126
SYNAGIS $48 |
REMODULIN $44 |
PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL $34 |
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Dr. Christopher Tan practices pediatric cardiology. Dr. Tan has received a 4.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. His clinical interests include heart murmur, hypertension (high blood pressure), and chest pain. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Providence, Greater Newport Physicians, and Long Beach Medical Center. He can accept HealthSmart, Cigna, and Aetna, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Tan's education and training includes medical school at the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Irvine. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish.
