Dr. Katherine Ludington, MD, FACC
Courtesy and copyright Union Tribune. Click here to read the full text of the story. Dr Ludington graduated from Stanford University with honors in both Biology and Psychology. She completed her medical school training at the world renowned University of California, San Francisco campus (associated with UC Berkeley). She then returned to Stanford University for her residency in Internal Medicine.
After board certification in internal medicine, Dr. Ludington successfully finished her fellowship specialty training at the University of California, San Diego. She joined the staff of the prestigious Scripps Clinic Medical Group in 2002. She is board certified in Cardiovascular Diseases and was awarded the exceptional honor of fellowship in the American College of Cardiology for her contributions and dedication to the field of cardiology.
Over the next 5 years, Dr. Ludington's interest in advanced cardiac imaging allowed her to be the co-founder and co-director of both the Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT programs at Scripps Clinic. She has given numerous lectures about cardiac imaging across the country and has participated in research projects related to non-invasive imaging of the coronary arteries. She serves as member of an excusive national committee which sets policy on the use of these imaging modalities in medical practice by cardiologists across the country. An article featuring Dr. Ludington appeared on the front page of the Sunday Union Tribune on October 1st, 2006. Click on picture to the right to read the full story..
Dr. Ludington's desire to provide state of the art medical care in a more personal setting has lead to the creation of a new private practice office in Encinitas: North Coast Cardiology.
She is one of only a handful of female cardiologists in San Diego County and has a special interest in women's heart disease prevention and treatment. She is founder of a brand new program called "Woman At Heart" at North Coast Cardiology.
With her excellent training and leadership role throughout her career, Dr. Ludington is committed to providing the best possible heart care without losing sight of the individual. She has assembled a caring and knowledgeable staff to help meet your needs for superb cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment.
At North Coast Cardiology, we take pride in our commitment to your heart care. Please use the "Comprehensive services" link on the left to learn more about our office and available services to you. We will work with you and your primary care doctor or surgeon as a team to devise the best possible care for your needs.
Privileges:
- Scripps Green Hospital
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
- Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
Certifications:
- Board Certification in Internal Medicine
- Board Certification in Cardiovascular Diseases
- Board Certification in Nuclear Cardiology
- Level III Certification in Cardiac MRI
- Level II Certification in Cardiac CT angiography
Membership in professional organizations include:
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- California Medical Association (CMA)
- American College of Cardiology (ACC)
- San Diego County Medical Society (SDCMS)
- Society of Cardiovascular MRI (SCMR) founding member
- Society of Cardiac CT (SCCT) founding member
Andrea Atcheson, PA-C
Ms. Acheson grew up in Syracuse, NY. She completed her undergraduate degree at The University of Rochester, where she graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Health and Society. She earned her Physician’s Assistant degree in 1999, and has been working in outpatient cardiology since that time. Andrea has also been actively involved in medical research, both as a sub-investigator on several Cardiology related clinical trials, as well as clinical monitor, assuring that trials are conducted correctly at the site level. Andrea excels at her ability to thoroughly explain heart disease in an easy to understand way, and welcomes her patients’ questions regarding the prevention and treatment of heart conditions. Her patients applaud her for her compassion, patience and thorough nature. She is board certified, fluent in medical Spanish, and CPR/ACLS certified.
We at North Coast Cardiology are proud to welcome Andrea to our team.
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