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Dr. George Grifka, MD

Cardiology* Age 73
Dr. George Grifka, MD
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Dr. George Grifka, MD is a Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA.
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Dr. George Grifka, MD

Cardiology* Age 73
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. George Grifka, MD is a Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA.

About

Dr. Grifka graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. George Grifka, MD is a Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA and has 47 years experience. Dr. Grifka currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center. Dr. Grifka has experience treating conditions like Chest Pain, Atherosclerosis and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Grifka received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Grifka's office accepts new patients. Dr. Grifka also speaks French and Spanish. Dr. Grifka is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Carotid Artery Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Atrial Fibrillation
Hypertension
Angina
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Arrhythmias
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Mitral Valve Insufficiency
Congestive Heart Failure
Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hyperlipidemia
Hypokalemia
Lipid Disorders
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Peripheral Edema
Sinus Bradycardia
Syncope
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Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Tilt_Testing
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Acute Congestive Heart Failure
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Flutter
Atypical Atrial Flutter
Biventricular Heart Failure
Cardiomegaly
Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Disease
Coronary Vessel Malformation
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Endocarditis
First Degree Heart Block
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Heart Block
Heart Murmur
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypertensive Heart Disease
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Hypotension
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Mitral Valve Prolapse
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Hypertension
Second Degree Heart Block
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Sinus Tachycardia
Supraventricular Tachycardia
Tricuspid Valve Disease
Unstable Angina
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Vitamin D Deficiency
Arrhythmia Screening
Cardiac Imaging
Cardiovascular Diagnostic Test
Cardiovascular Stress Test
Cardioversion
Cardioversion, Elective
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Chest Pain Evaluation
Cholesterol Screening
Coronary Angiogram
Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
Dobutamine Thallium Stress Test
HeartAware Online Risk Screening
Nuclear Stress Testing
Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening (PAD)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Pharmacologic Nuclear Stress Test
Stress Test
Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment
TCD Bubble Test
Tilt Table Testing
Treadmill Stress Test

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Locations

  1. 1 Metro Heart Associates
    2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 670W, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Grifka
4.5
Based on 13 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Oct 02, 2024
Dr Grifka is concerned, committed, and capable. He spends time explaining and discussing his findings and opinions.
Edward G — Oct 02, 2024
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Languages Spoken
French
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Cardiology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. George Grifka, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Grifka's profile.

Dr. Grifka frequently treats the following conditions: Chest Pain, Atherosclerosis and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. George Grifka, MD is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center.

Yes, Dr. George Grifka, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Providence Saint John's Health Center

    2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA