Carl Tong, MD, PhD, FACC
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
702 Sw H. K. Dodgen Loop, Mrb:m-153 Texas A&M Hsc Colleg Temple TX, 76504About
Dr. Carl Tong is a cardiologist practicing in Temple, TX. Dr. Tong 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. Tong also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Texas A&M University / Main Campus 1998
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Roles of phosphorylation of myosin binding protein-C and troponin I in mouse
- Charged residue alterations in the inner-core domain and carboxy-terminus of alpha-tropomyosin differentially affect mouse cardiac muscle contractility.
- Acceleration of crossbridge kinetics by protein kinase A phosphorylation of cardiac myosin binding protein C modulates cardiac function.
- Myosin binding protein-C phosphorylation is the principal mediator of protein kinase A effects on thick filament structure in myocardium.
- Automated analysis of contractile force and Ca2+ transients in engineered heart tissue.
- Reply: is it time to launch JACC: early career?
- Phosphoregulation of Cardiac Inotropy via Myosin Binding Protein-C During Increased Pacing Frequency or β1-Adrenergic Stimulation.
- Phosphorylation of cardiac Myosin-binding protein-C is a critical mediator of diastolic function.
- Temporary left ventricular assist device through an axillary access is a promising approach to improve outcomes in refractory cardiogenic shock patients.
- Deletion of Cdc42 in embryonic cardiomyocytes results in right ventricle hypoplasia.
Awards
- 2008 Outstanding Abstract, Thick and Thin Filament Regulation in Striated
Professional Memberships
- Member Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honor Society
- Member American Heart Association
- Member Air Force Association
- Member American College of Cardiology
Fellowships
- Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI 2010
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