Luc M Oke, MD PhD
Cardiac Electrophysiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
8630 Fenton st 720 Silver Spring MD, 20910About
Dr. Luc Oke, MD, is a certified cardiologist specializing in internal medicine and nuclear cardiology, offering comprehensive cardiovascular care to patients at Heart Consultants in Silver Spring, MD, and Washington, DC. Originally from Benin, West Africa, Dr. Oke is a globally acknowledged authority in cardiac electrophysiology, focusing on catheter ablations, atrial fibrillation, syncope, and arrhythmia management. His expertise lies in treating patients with electrophysiological/arrhythmia issues associated with specific heart conditions, performing complex cardiac ablation procedures, managing ventricular arrhythmias, and conducting clinical research trials. Dr. Oke is committed to advancing cardiac care through his role as Executive Director of the American Center for Investigative Cardiology, where he mentors medical students and conducts groundbreaking research in cardiology. He is a renowned lecturer on topics such as catheter ablation techniques and innovative cardiovascular treatments. Currently, Dr. Oke serves as the Chief of Cardiology at the Not-For-Profit Hospital Corporation in Washington, DC, and holds positions at Howard University Hospital.
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Education and Training
National University of Benin College of Medical Sciences MD 1990
Board Certification
Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology
American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Cardiovascular Disease
American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Luc M Oke, MD PhD's Expert Contributions
pressure in chest and throat.
Yes. chest pain should always be checked to rule out cardiac causes. READ MORE
POTS
Metoprolol can be good for your heart and your blood pressure if your heart rate is fast. it may be prescribed in POTS READ MORE
Blood pressure medication
No you should not take extra blood pressure medications without seeing your doctor. you should continue your current medications and see your doctor ASAP READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Medical Director Heart Consultants -
- Chief of Cardiology Not-For-Profit Hospital Corporation -
- Executive Director American Center for Investigative Cardiology -
Awards
- Patients' Top Choice Award Year health.usnews.com
Professional Memberships
- American College of Cardiology
- American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
- Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc
- Heart Rhythm Society
Fellowships
- University of Arkansas
- Howard University Cardiovascular Disease 2007
- Temple University Hospital Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology 2012
Fellowships
- Howard University2007Cardiovascular Disease / Temple University Hospital2012Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Professional Society Memberships
- AMA, ACC, Heart Rhythm Society, Association of Black Cardiologists
Articles and Publications
- Has published a book on Poetry and working on a second one
- Epigenetic Mechanisms: New Targets for Heart Failure Pharmacopuncture Yulia A. Volkova, Isaac Opoku-Asare, Luc M Oke, Sudhakar Pemminati, Richard M. Millis
- Acute exercise and postexercise blood pressure in African American women. Lawrence Enweze, Luc M. Oke, Terry L. Thompson, Raymond Blakely, R. George Adams, Richard M. Millis, Madiha Khan, Marshall Ba
- Attenuation of exaggerated exercise blood pressure response in African-American women by regular aerobic physical activity. Richard M. Millis, Richard G. Adams, Luc M. Oke, Enweze L, Raymond Blakely,
- Normal Exercise Blood Pressure Response in African-American Women with Parental History of Hypertension Vernon Bond, Gwendolyn C. Davis, Richard M. Millis, Deborah Williams, Luc M. Oke, Richard G. Ad
What do you attribute your success to?
- Self DisciplineLife long learnerVision Every day is a new day
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Providing Personalized, Comprehensive Heart Care with a Commitment to Excellence
Dr. Luc M. Oke, MD, PhD, is a board certified cardiologist and an internationally recognized expert in the field of cardiac electrophysiology, specializing in catheter ablations, atrial fibrillation, syncope, and arrhythmia management. He is the Medical Director of Heart Consultants in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Specializing in the management of patients with electrophysiological and arrhythmia disorders related to various heart conditions, Dr. Oke’s expertise extends to complex cardiac ablation procedures for a wide range of arrhythmias, including supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, and premature ventricular contractions. His dedication to delivering comprehensive care for ventricular arrhythmias and his involvement in clinical research trials showcase his passion for advancing the field of cardiology.
As the Chief of Cardiology at the Not-For-Profit Hospital Corporation in Washington, D.C., Dr. Oke continues to impact the lives of countless patients through his compassionate care and cutting-edge treatments. His expertise has also led him to hold prestigious positions at Howard University Hospital, John Hopkins Suburban Hospital, and Holy Cross Hospital.
A native of Benin, West Africa, Dr. Oke attended the National University of Benin College of Medical Sciences, where he earned his Medical Degree. His training included residencies in cardiology and internal medicine at reputable institutions such as the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Trousseau et Affiliés in Paris, France, and Howard University. He further honed his skills through fellowships at the University of Arkansas, Temple University Hospital, and Howard University Hospital, focusing on the areas of cardiovascular disease and cardiac electrophysiology.
Upholding the highest standards of patient care and clinical expertise, Dr. Oke is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and clinical cardiac electrophysiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. In addition, he is board certified in nuclear cardiology by the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology.
Serving as the Executive Director of the American Center for Investigative Cardiology, Dr. Oke is dedicated to training and mentoring medical students in the field of cardiac medicine, in addition to researching and investigating new and innovative treatments in the field of cardiology. His contributions to medical literature and his role as a sought-after lecturer on cutting-edge topics, including advances in catheter ablation of ventricular tachycardia and non-arrhythmic ablation for treating cardiovascular disease, underscore his commitment to sharing knowledge and driving innovation in the field.
Dr. Luc M. Oke’s passion for excellence, coupled with his unwavering dedication to patient care and research, solidifies his position as a trailblazer in the fields of cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. His impact on the medical community and his patients is a testament to his commitment to improving lives through innovative cardiovascular care.
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