Brett A. Bennett, MD, FSCAI, FACC
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
970 Lakeland Dr Suite 61 Jackson MS, 39216About
Dr. Brett A. Bennett, MD, FSCAI, FACC, is a triple board-certified interventional cardiologist at Jackson Heart Clinic, P.A., located in Dominican Plaza, Jackson, and Flowood Clinic, Mississippi. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Bennett specializes in managing complex heart disease and peripheral vascular disease. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, peripheral arterial disease and hypertension. Dr. Bennett also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life. A native of Pearl, Mississippi, Dr. Bennett's commitment to advancing cardiovascular research is evident through his active participation in various research studies, ranging from coronary artery disease to artificial intelligence platforms in the diagnosis of heart disease. Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Bennett enjoys spending time with his family, coaching youth sports, and mentoring students from local schools. He and his wife, Sharon, are proud parents to three wonderful children.
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Education and Training
University of Mississippi - School of Medicine MD 2010
Millsaps College magna cum laude with a Degree in Chemistry 0
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Cardiovascular Disease
American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Certified in Interventional Cardiology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American College of Cardiology
- Society for cardiovascular angiography and interventions
- American Medical Association
- Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC)
- Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI)
- American College of Physicians and the American Heart Association
Fellowships
- University of Mississippi Medical Center Interventional Cardiology 2017
- University of Mississippi Medical Center Cardiovascular Disease 2016
Internships
- University of Mississippi Medical Center
Fellowships
- University of Mississippi Medical Center2016Cardiovascular Disease / University of Mississippi Medical Center2017Interventional Cardiology
Professional Society Memberships
- He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. American College of Cardiology, Society for cardiovascular angiography and interventions, American Medical Association, American College of Physicians and the American Heart Association
Articles and Publications
- A native Jacksonian and graduate of Jackson Academy with honors prior to completing his undergraduate degree at Mississippi State University, James Gray Bennett, M.D. earned his medical degree at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Dr. Bennett then completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in cardiology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, prior to earning additional credentials for interventional cardiology. Under the guidance of Dr. David Faxon, a pioneer in the angioplasty arena during its development in the 1970\'s and former President of the American Heart Association, he completed his fellowship in interventional cardiology at the University of Chicago. During this time, he was also fortunate enough to gain experience in the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular disease (PAD). This allowed Dr. Bennett to become board certified in interventional cardiology with additional credentials as a diplomate of endovascular medicine by the American Board of Vascular Medicine. Dr. Bennett has been an active primary investigator in nationwide clinical trials for interventional procedures, including multiple PAD trials, since joining the Jackson Heart Clinic and has been appointed the Director of the Peripheral Vascular Lab at the Mississippi Heart Institute. He currently serves as the chairman of the Cardiovascular Services section at St. Dominic\'s Hospital.
What do you attribute your success to?
- The wonderful support system he has always had behind him. His Christian values and home values that he was brought up with. Coupled with lots of hard work and dedication
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Elevating Cardiovascular Care Standards in Mississippi Through Dedication and Expertise
Dr. Brett A. Bennett, MD, FSCAI, FACC, a triple board certified interventional cardiologist, is at the forefront of managing complex heart disease and peripheral vascular disease at Jackson Heart Clinic, P.A. He operates out of the offices in Dominican Plaza (Jackson) and Flowood Clinic in Mississippi.
With a keen focus on chronic total occlusion (CTO) interventions and complex coronary procedures, Dr. Bennett’s expertise has propelled the clinic to be recognized as one of the premier CTO centers in the Southeast.
A native of Pearl, Mississippi, Dr. Bennett is a proud alumnus of Millsaps College, where he excelled academically, graduating magna cum laude with a Degree in Chemistry. His academic journey continued at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, culminating in his Medical Degree in 2010. Dr. Bennett further honed his skills through rigorous training, completing a residency in internal medicine and fellowships in cardiology and interventional cardiology at the esteemed University of Mississippi Medical Center.
With board certifications in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular disease, and internal medicine, Dr. Bennett is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, showcasing his commitment to excellence in patient care. His dedication to advancing cardiovascular research is evident through his active participation in various research studies, ranging from coronary artery disease, novel coronary stents, congestive heart failure, and arrhythmia to antiplatelet therapy and artificial intelligence platforms in the diagnosis of heart disease.
Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and a Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI), Dr. Bennett’s professional affiliations underscore his standing within the cardiovascular community. He is also a valued member of prestigious organizations such as the American College of Physicians and the American Heart Association, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in the field.
Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Bennett finds joy in spending quality time with his family, coaching youth sports, and mentoring students from local schools. He and his loving wife, Sharon, are members of McLaurin Heights Baptist Church and the proud parents to three wonderful children: Colston, Brynn and Britton.
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