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Dr. Ricardo A. Samson, MD is a cardiac electrophysiologist in Las Vegas, NV specializing in cardiac electrophysiology (heart rhythm) and pediatric cardiology. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1987 and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Ricardo A. Samson, MD is affiliated with HCA Far West Division, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Sunrise Children's Hospital, WILLIAM NEAL EVANS MD LTD and Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center.
3131 La Canada Street Suite 230
Las Vegas, NV 89169
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.
Lung Issues
Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.
Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.
Dr. Ricardo A. Samson, MD graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1987. He completed residency at University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Nevada.
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (1987)
Residency: University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals (1990)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Nevada
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ricardo A. Samson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Abbott Laboratories |
$2,012
Ensite Cardiac Mapping System $350 |
EP-WorkMate Claris System $336 |
Cardiac Mapping System $333 |
Advisor Catheter $239 |
FlexAbility Ablation Catheter $181 |
Other $572 |
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Medtronic Vascular, Inc. |
$1,259
Heart Valves $615 |
Micra $188 |
Visia AF $177 |
Evera $115 |
Reveal LINQ $60 |
Other $103 |
Boston Scientific Corporation |
$548
Emblem S-ICD $248 |
SQRX PULSE GENERATOR $147 |
EMBLEM $66 |
RHYTHMIA MAPPING SYSTEM $48 |
BODYGUARDIAN REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM $38 |
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St. Jude Medical, Inc. |
$460
Livewire $159 |
FlexAbility Ablation Catheter $140 |
Ampere RF Ablation Generator $83 |
Ensite $78 |
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BIOTRONIK INC. |
$86
Bradycardia products $86 |
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Other |
$183
Carto 3 System $75 |
Carnation Ambulatory Monitor $48 |
LifeVest $16 |
BRILINTA $16 |
$28 |
Food and Beverage | $4,298 |
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Travel and Lodging | $249 |
Dr. Ricardo Samson practices pediatric cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology (heart rhythm) in Las Vegas, NV. These areas are among his clinical interests: ambulatory event monitoring (AEM), myocarditis, and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM). Dr. Samson is professionally affiliated with Sunrise Children's Hospital. He graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School. For his residency, Dr. Samson trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Arizona.