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Dr. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD is a pediatrician in Saint Louis, MO specializing in general pediatrics and pediatric cardiology. He graduated from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. Dr. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD is affiliated with Children's Mercy Kansas City and MID-AMERICA CARDIOLOGY ASSOCIATES INC.
1 Childrens Place Suite C
Saint Louis, MO 63110
2401 Gillham Road
Kansas City, MO 64108
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. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD graduated from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. He completed residency at St. Louis Children's Hospital. He is certified by the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics and has a state license in Missouri.
Medical School: University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Residency: St. Louis Children's Hospital
Board Certification: Adult Congenital Heart Disease Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics
Licensed In: Missouri
Dr. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 34 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Saint Louis, MO.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$5,266
Melody $5,095 |
3F $156 |
Antibacterial Mesh $11 |
Concerto $4 |
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$2,371
AMPLATZER PICCOLO $1,364 |
AMPLATZER Occluders $353 |
AMPLATZER $335 |
AMPLATZER Vascular Plugs $186 |
Pacemakers $58 |
Other $76 |
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$1,852
Structural Heart $1,590 |
Vascular $144 |
$118 |
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$1,314
Harmony $1,259 |
COBALT DR MRI SURESCAN $40 |
Melody $15 |
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$711
Artis Q $711 |
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$636
GORE CARDIOFORM Septal Occluder $190 |
Allura Xper FD 10_10 $94 |
CP Stent Transcatheter Stent $51 |
Angioplasty Balloons - HCA $28 |
CARDIOFORM Septal Occluder $20 |
Other $253 |
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Dr. Toby A. Rockefeller, MD has received 13 research payments totaling $40,478.
Dr. Toby Rockefeller practices pediatric cardiology and general pediatrics in Kansas City, MO and Saint Louis, MO. Patients gave Dr. Rockefeller an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Areas of particular interest for Dr. Rockefeller include transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), balloon valvuloplasty, and congenital heart disease. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and residency at St. Louis Children's Hospital. He is professionally affiliated with Children's Mercy Kansas City.
