Dr. George Abela, MD, MSc, MBA, FACC, FAHA, FNLA
Cardiologist (Heart Specialist)
43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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MSU Health Care Medicine Specialty Center | Cardiology
4650 South Hagadorn Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
View WebsiteOverview
Dr. George S. Abela is a clinician-scientist who treats patients with heart disease and conducts research. His work has demonstrated for the first time the underlying mechanism of how cholesterol expands in volume when crystalizing and tears up the arterial wall causing heart attacks. Dr. Abela is a Professor and the Chief of the Division of Cardiology. He serves as the Cardiology Laboratory Director, as well as Program Director for Cardiovascular Fellowship Training Program. Also, he is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, National lipid association and American heart association. He has authored numerous manuscripts on the effects of cholesterol crystals and plaque rupture. He is a reviewer for major cardiovascular journals and is active in presenting his lab's research both nationally and internationally.
WebsiteMedical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Cardiologist (Heart Specialist)
Education & Training
Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, Cardiovascular Diseases; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology (Residency)
Emory University Hospital (Internship)
University of Florida Program (Residency)
Medical Degree - Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Languages
Arabic
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by a Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), like Dr. George Abela, may include:
Arrhythmia, Atherosclerosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Carotid Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Endocarditis, Heart Attack, Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Myocarditis, Pericarditis, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia and Pulmonary Embolism
Please contact Dr. Abela's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by a Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), like Dr. George Abela, may include:
Cardiology Consultation, Cardiovascular Screening Visit, Carotid Doppler, Echocardiogram, ECG / EKG, Holter Monitor, Nuclear Stress Test, Treadmill Stress Test, Cholesterol / Lipids Checkup, Stent Consultation, Coronary Angiography, Bypass Surgery Consultation - CABG, Minimally Invasive Bypass Consultation - OPCAB, Heart Valve Surgery Consultation, Heart Malformation Surgery Consultation, Chest Wall Surgery Consultation, Diaphragm Surgery Consultation, Heart Transplant Consultation, Heart Strengthening / Recovery, Cardiology Follow Up, Stent Follow Up, Bypass Surgery Follow Up - CABG, Minimally Invasive Bypass Follow Up - OPCAB, Heart Valve Surgery Follow Up, Heart Malformation Surgery Follow Up, Heart Transplant Follow Up, Thoracic Surgery, Chest Wall Surgery Follow Up, Right Heart Catheterization, Diaphragm Surgery Follow Up, Anticoagulation Management, Fetal Heart Monitoring, Arterial Doppler, Heart Failure / Transplant Consultation, Heart Failure / Transplant Follow Up, Heart Transplant, Lung Surgery Follow Up, Pediatric Heart Transplant Consultation, Pediatric Heart Transplant Follow Up, Cardiac Biopsy, Cardiac MRI, Cardiac PET Scan, Cardiology Emergency, Heart Health Consultation, Cardiothoracic Surgery Consultation, Cardiac Testing, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Esophagectomy, Esophageal Surgery Consultation, Congenital Heart Disease Screening Visit, Exercise Stress Test, Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair, Ventricle Repair, Tricuspid Atresia Repair, Ventricular Septal Defect Repair, Congenital Cardiac Surgery Follow Up, Congenital Cardiac Surgery Consultation, Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair, Aortic Stenosis Repair, Aortopulmonary Window Repair, Marfan Syndrome Repair, Balloon Septostomy, Cardiac Cath Pre-Procedure, Mitral Regurgitation Evaluation, Left Atrian Appendage Closure, Congenital Heart Defect Correction, Thoracic Anesthesia, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Cardiac Pre-Surgery Clearance, Cavitation, Mediastinoscopy, Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy, Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement, Mitral Valve Repair / Replacement, Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography, Port-A-Cath Insertion and Removal, Nissen Fundoplication, Robotic Thoracic Surgery, PTCA Follow Up, Cardiac Catheterization Second Opinion, Cardiology Second Opinion, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), Tricuspid Valve Repair / Replacement, Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) Surgery, Pericardiocentesis, Implantable Cardiac Monitor (ICM) and Cardiovascular Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abela's office.
Insurances
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Locations
MSU Health Care Medicine Specialty Center | Cardiology
4650 South Hagadorn Road
Suite 100
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 353-4830
Frequently Asked Questions
Is George Abela accepting new patients?
Yes, George Abela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does George Abela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abela's office at (517) 353-4830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does George Abela offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Abela's office at (517) 353-4830 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does George Abela speak?
George Abela speaks English and Arabic.
Which board certifications does George Abela have?
George Abela is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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