Santiago O. Valdes, MD
- Cardiology
Pediatric Cardiologist, Associate Professor, Pediatrics – Cardiology, Baylor College of Medicine
Phone:
832-824-3278
Fax:
832-826-4287
Languages: English
Departments:
Office locations:
6651 Main Street
Houston, TX 77030
Get to know Santiago O. Valdes, MD
Dr. Valdes is a member of the Arrhythmia and Pacing (Electrophysiology) Service at Texas Children's Hospital. His specific clinical interests include cardiac ablation techniques, the management of cardiac arrhythmias, and the management of patients with pacemakers and defibrillators. His research interests include use of anti-arrhythmic medications during pediatric resuscitation and the use of simulation for teaching fellows, residents and medical students.
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor College of Medicine | Fellowship | Pedi.Cardiac Electrophysiology | 2007 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Fellowship | Pediatric Cardiology | 2006 |
| University of Arizona | Residency | Pediatrics | 2003 |
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Medical School | Doctor of Medicine | 1999 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Pediatrics | Fellow |
| American College of Cardiology | Member |
| American Heart Association | Member |
| Heart Rhythm Society | Member |
| Pediatric and Congenital Electrophysiology Society | Member |
* Texas Children’s Hospital physicians’ licenses and credentials are reviewed prior to practicing at any of our facilities. Sections titled From the Doctor, Professional Organizations and Publications were provided by the physician’s office and were not verified by Texas Children’s Hospital.
Valdes SO, Donoghue AJ, Hoyme DB, Hammond R, Berg MD, Berg RA, Samson RA, for the American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines-Resuscitation Investigators. "Outcomes associated with amiodarone and lidocaine in the treatment of in-hospital pediatric cardiac arrest with pulseless ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation." Resuscitation 2013, Epub ahead of print.
