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Dr. Thomas Michael Zellers, MD is a cardiologist in Plano, TX specializing in cardiology (heart disease), general pediatrics, general practice and pediatric cardiology. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1983 and has 41 years of experience. Dr. Thomas Michael Zellers, MD is affiliated with Children's Health (Texas), Children's Health System, UT Southwestern Medical Center and Children's Health Specialty Center 2 Plano.
7211 Preston Road Suite P4100
Plano, TX 75024
1935 Medical District Drive
Dallas, TX 75235
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. Thomas Michael Zellers, MD graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1983. He completed residency at University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1983)
Residency: University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals (1986)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Texas
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Thomas Michael Zellers, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
St. Jude Medical, Inc. |
$9,647
Structural Heart $9,348 |
AMPLATZER $285 |
Vascular $13 |
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Medtronic Vascular, Inc. |
$2,996
Heart Valves $2,072 |
Melody $854 |
IN.PACT Admiral $71 |
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B. Braun Interventional Systems Inc. |
$2,354
Congenital Heart Defect Devices $2,238 |
CP Stent Transcatheter Stent $71 |
Angioplasty Balloons - HCA $26 |
Nit-Occlud Heart Closure Device $19 |
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The Spectranetics Corporation |
$136
STELLAREX $136 |
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ABIOMED |
$115
Impella $115 |
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Other |
$192
Product in Development $68 |
EMBOLICS $30 |
HELEX Septal Occluder $26 |
Jetstream $16 |
PI - Embolization $14 |
Other $38 |
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program | $9,000 |
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Travel and Lodging | $3,056 |
Food and Beverage | $2,334 |
Consulting Fee | $1,050 |
Dr. Thomas Michael Zellers, MD has received 7 research payments totaling $12,397.
Dr. Thomas Zellers is a specialist in general practice, pediatric cardiology, and general pediatrics in Dallas, TX and Plano, TX. His clinical interests include heart murmur, hypertension (high blood pressure), and congenital heart disease. After attending the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, he completed his residency training at Mayo Clinic and a hospital affiliated with the University of Virginia. Dr. Zellers has received professional recognition including the following: Texas Monthly Magazine; UT Southwestern; and Pogue Family Foundation Master Clinician in Pediatric Cardiology. His professional affiliations include Children's Health (Texas) and UT Southwestern Medical Center. According to Yext, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in Plano, TX.