Oscar A. Matthews M.D.
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
2095 West Vista Way Suite 107 Vista California, 92083About
Oscar A. Matthews, MD, works at Cambrian Cardology located in Vista, California. At the practice, Dr. Matthews has specific expertise in cardiovascular disease, cardiac interventions, valvular surgery, and peripheral procedures such as angioplasty. An international leader in cardiovasuclar care, Dr. Matthews has performed, by invitation, heart and leg procedures in several heart centers in the United States, Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina. Dr. Matthews is involved in public speaking around the globe and is an esteemed member of various associations; including being recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
Education and Training
National University of Córdoba
Univ Nac De Cordoba, Fac De Cien Med, Cordoba, Argentina 1964
New Jersey College of Dentistry
Universidad Hebrea Argentina Bar Ilan Facultad de Ciencias BiolÛgicas 1964
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine-Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking -
- Active Duty during the Vietnam conflict in the US Navy as Lieutenant Commander -
Treatments
- Obesity
- Sleep Apnea
- Heart Disease
- Epilepsy
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
Internships
- Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
Fellowships
- Long Beach Naval Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association
Articles and Publications
- Has been Published
What do you attribute your success to?
Being Personable, Knowledgeable, and Caring for People
Hobbies / Sports
- Chess, Skiing, Traveling, Tennis, South American and European Soccer
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of the American College of Cardiology, New England Journal of Medicine
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