Charles A. Athill, M.D., F.A.C.C.

Board Certified:
      Internal Medicine
      Cardiovascular Disease
      Electrophysiology

The Making of a Doctor

"My interest in medicine began at a very early age. However, I decided to pursue cardiology after my father died from complications from atrial fibrillation. I chose to study heart disease in depth, which has allowed me to extend advanced training and understanding to cure arrhythmias. I truly enjoy my interaction with patients and the immense pleasure I derive from helping them heal."

• Board Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine; Cardiovascular Diseases; Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Cardiovascular Diseases and Clinical Cardiac Electorphysiology Fellow: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; University of California at Los Angeles Medical Center
• Residency: Internal Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital
• Medical Doctorate: Harvard Medical School
• Bachelor of Arts, Molecular Biology: Princeton University

A Thorough Background of Experience

"I spent a great deal of my training performing basic research in the mechanisms of cardiac arrhythmia. The more I am able to learn about a particular patient's condition, the better able I am to provide an effective treatment. I have carried my dedication to research over to my practice of cardiology."

• Cardiologist and Cardiac Electrophysiologist: San Diego Cardiac Center
• Director, Cardiac Arrhythmia Service, Sharp Memorial Hospital
• Memberships: Association of Black Cardiologists, American College of Cardiology, San Diego County Medical Society, California Medical Association, American Heart Association
• Licensed: California

Continuing to Gain Knowledge and Understanding

"Education has always been a important part of my life. Because cardiology is constantly advancing, it provides the opportunity to continue to learn and develop better ways to help people overcome illness."

Research Experience: National Institutes of Health Postgraduate; Research Fellowship, UCLA; Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Massachusetts General

Awards: NIH Postgraduate Fellowship Award; Merwin Foundation Scholarship Award, Harvard Medical School; Magna Cum Laude, Princeton University

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