Business Details
Your Trusted Cardiology Care in Bakersfield
Central Cardiology Medical Center has been delivering advanced cardiovascular care to Kern County for over four decades. Our team of board-certified physicians, advanced practitioners, and dedicated staff specialize in comprehensive cardiac treatment, utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostics and minimally invasive procedures. As the only comprehensive cardiovascular group in the region, we maintain multiple board certifications in cardiology, interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology, electrophysiology, and cardiac devices. Our strategic affiliation with Cedars-Sinai provides local access to nationally recognized expertise in advanced heart therapies.With eight locations across the Central Valley, we combine medical excellence with compassionate care to improve patient outcomes. Our mission prioritizes patient-centered treatment, clinical innovation, and maintaining the highest standards of service for both patients and referring physicians. Through continuous investment in cutting-edge technology and professional development, we ensure our community receives world-class cardiovascular care close to home.
Services
Consultative Services
Diagnostic Services
Cardiovascular Procedures
Vascular Program
Structural Heart Program
Cardiac Monitoring
Clinical Research Trials
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized cardiovascular expertise in Kern County
- Our physicians maintain multiple board certifications in cardiology subspecialties
- We provide state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and vascular laboratory facilities
- Our Cedars-Sinai affiliation brings nationally recognized heart therapies locally
- We operate eight convenient locations across the Central Valley region
Services
Structural Heart Program
Our Structural Heart Program offers advanced treatments for complex cardiovascular conditions. This specialized service provides minimally invasive procedures for structural heart defects, utilizing cutting-edge technology and techniques. Patients benefit from localized access to nationally recognized cardiac expertise through our Cedars-Sinai partnership.
Diagnostic Services
Comprehensive diagnostic services include state-of-the-art imaging and vascular laboratory capabilities. We offer echocardiograms, nuclear medicine scans, and advanced cardiac monitoring solutions. Our facilities maintain the latest technology for accurate cardiovascular assessments and treatment planning.
Cardiovascular Procedures
We perform a full range of cardiovascular procedures including interventional treatments and electrophysiology services. Our board-certified specialists utilize minimally invasive techniques for improved patient outcomes. Services cover coronary interventions, pacemaker implantation, and advanced cardiac device management.
Vascular Program
The Vascular Program addresses peripheral vascular conditions through comprehensive evaluation and treatment options. Services include diagnostic testing, interventional procedures, and ongoing management of vascular health issues. Our specialists focus on improving circulation and preventing vascular complications.
Clinical Research Trials
Participation in clinical research trials provides patients access to innovative cardiovascular treatments. Our research initiatives focus on advancing cardiac care through evidence-based methodologies. Patients may qualify for studies evaluating new devices, medications, or treatment protocols.
People
Brijesh Bhambi MD
Interventional Cardiologist
Specializes in cardiac and vascular intervention with extensive experience in minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Bhambi combines clinical expertise with personalized patient care.
Chirag Desai MD
Interventional Cardiologist
Board-certified interventional cardiologist with specialized training in complex coronary interventions. Dr. Desai focuses on delivering innovative solutions for challenging cardiovascular cases.
Sanjiv Sharma MD,FACC,FSCAI
Interventional Cardiologist
Fellow of the American College of Cardiology with expertise in interventional cardiology. Dr. Sharma brings advanced training in complex coronary and structural heart procedures.
Pampana Gowd MD
Interventional Cardiologist
Accomplished cardiologist with over 20 years of experience in interventional cardiology. Dr. Gowd specializes in treating complex cardiovascular conditions with minimally invasive techniques.
Peter Nalos MD
Electrophysiologist
Specializes in clinical cardiac electrophysiology and cardiac device management. Dr. Nalos provides expert care for heart rhythm disorders and pacemaker therapies.
Questions
What cardiovascular services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive cardiology services including diagnostics, interventional procedures, structural heart treatments, vascular care, and electrophysiology services.
Do you have board-certified cardiologists?
Yes, all our physicians maintain multiple board certifications in cardiology subspecialties including interventional cardiology and electrophysiology.
Are clinical research opportunities available?
We offer participation in clinical research trials evaluating innovative cardiovascular treatments and technologies for qualified patients.
How many locations do you serve?
Our services are available at eight locations across Kern County including Bakersfield, Delano, Ridgecrest, Shafter, and Tehachapi.
Do you offer second opinions?
We provide comprehensive second opinion consultations for complex cardiovascular conditions through our multidisciplinary team approach.
Is telemedicine available?
Yes, we offer telemedicine appointments for convenient access to cardiology consultations and follow-up care.
