John B. Gordon III, M.D., F.A.C.C.

Board Certified:
      Internal Medicine
      Cardiovascular Disease

With Years of Education

"When I first decided to do a cardiology fellowship, I planned to become a physician, scientist, and teacher. I was fascinated by cardiovascular physical diagnosis, physiology, and molecular biology. As a practicing cardiologist, I have enjoyed managing complex coronary artery disease and heart failure."

• Board Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
• Cardiovascular Research/Clinical Fellow: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School
• Chief Resident: University of Colorado
• Internal Medicine Residency: University of Colorado Medical Center
• Medical Doctorate: University of North Carolina
• Bachelor of Arts: University of Pennsylvania

And Professional Experience

"The thought of entering the medical profession was exciting. I feel fortunate to have pursued cardiology. Working with patients with the remarkable new tools available to heal complex illness has been rewarding."

• Chief, Cardiology Subsection: Sharp Memorial Hospital
• Vice Chair Internal Medicine Supervisory Committee: Sharp Memorial Hospital
• President, Greater San Diego Board of Directors: American Heart Association
• Memberships: American College of Physicians, American College of Cardiology, California Medical Association, San Diego County Medical Society
• Awards: Research Fellowship Award; Individual National Research Award, National Institutes of Health

He Works for the Health of His Patients

Major Research Interests:

Restenosis Following Angioplasty and Stenting of Coronary Arteries

Platelet Glycoprotein llb/llla Inhibitors

Publication Subjects Include:

Angioplasty

Hypercholesterolemia

Cardiac Transplantation

Intravascular Ultrasound

Hypertension

Lymphoidal Irradiation

Kawasaki Disease in Adults