Joel E Barbato M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1000 Bower Hill Rd Pittsburgh PA, 15243About
Dr. Joel Barbato is a cardiologist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Barbato specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Barbato also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
University of Mn Med Sch 1999
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Nitric oxide and arterial disease.
- iNOS gene transfer for graft disease.
- Inhibition of geranylgeranyltransferase I decreases generation of vascular reactive oxygen species and increases vascular nitric oxide production.
- Biliverdin protects against polymicrobial sepsis by modulating inflammatory mediators.
- Nitric oxide-induced inhibition of smooth muscle cell proliferation involves S-nitrosation and inactivation of RhoA.
- Is carotid stenting justified in the asymptomatic patient? Perspectives on indications for CAS.
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